Math Problem Statement
Write an equation in slope-intercept form for the line with slope 2 and y-intercept 4. Then graph the line.
Solution
The problem asks to write an equation in slope-intercept form for a line with slope and -intercept , and then graph the line.
Slope-intercept form:
The general form of a linear equation in slope-intercept form is:
Where:
- is the slope,
- is the -intercept.
In this case:
- (given slope),
- (given -intercept).
Equation of the line:
Using the values of and :
This is the equation in slope-intercept form.
Graphing:
- The line crosses the -axis at .
- From this point, apply the slope . This means for every 1 unit you move to the right (along the -axis), the line moves 2 units up (along the -axis).
If you plot these points, you will be able to graph the line.
Would you like more details or assistance with the graphing?
Related Questions:
- What is the slope-intercept form for a line with slope and -intercept ?
- How do you convert a standard form equation into slope-intercept form?
- What happens to the line if the slope becomes zero?
- How do parallel and perpendicular lines relate to the slope of a line?
- Can you find the -intercept of the line ?
Tip: The slope tells you how steep a line is, and the -intercept tells you where the line crosses the -axis.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Formulas
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8