Math Problem Statement

Sketch a graph of y = f(x). f(x) = x + 6

Solution

The function provided is f(x)=x+6f(x) = x + 6, which is a linear equation of the form y=mx+by = mx + b. Here:

  • The slope m=1m = 1, indicating that the line rises by 1 unit for every 1 unit it moves to the right.
  • The y-intercept b=6b = 6, meaning that the line crosses the y-axis at y=6y = 6.

Steps to sketch the graph:

  1. Identify the y-intercept: The graph will cross the y-axis at (0,6)(0, 6).
  2. Use the slope: Since the slope is 1, you can plot another point by moving 1 unit right and 1 unit up from the y-intercept. This will give you the point (1,7)(1, 7).
  3. Draw the line: After plotting the two points, draw a straight line through them. The line will have a positive slope and extend infinitely in both directions.

Would you like me to generate a graph for you based on this information?

Here are some questions you might want to explore further:

  1. How does the slope of the line affect the steepness?
  2. What would happen to the graph if the slope were negative?
  3. How do you find the x-intercept of this line?
  4. Can you express this equation in another form, like point-slope form?
  5. What would happen to the graph if the y-intercept were negative?

Tip: When sketching linear functions, always start with the y-intercept, and use the slope to guide the direction of the line.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Functions
Slope-Intercept Form
Graphing

Formulas

y = mx + b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9