Math Problem Statement
Sketch a graph of y = f(x). f(x) = x + 6
Solution
The function provided is , which is a linear equation of the form . Here:
- The slope , indicating that the line rises by 1 unit for every 1 unit it moves to the right.
- The y-intercept , meaning that the line crosses the y-axis at .
Steps to sketch the graph:
- Identify the y-intercept: The graph will cross the y-axis at .
- 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 .
- 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:
- How does the slope of the line affect the steepness?
- What would happen to the graph if the slope were negative?
- How do you find the x-intercept of this line?
- Can you express this equation in another form, like point-slope form?
- 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