Math Problem Statement
Solution
The equation shown in the image is , which represents a linear equation in slope-intercept form . Here, is the slope, and is the y-intercept (the point where the line crosses the y-axis).
Steps to graph the equation:
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Plot the y-intercept: The y-intercept is , so the first point to plot is at on the y-axis.
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Use the slope: The slope means that for every 1 unit you move to the right on the x-axis, you move 3 units up on the y-axis. Starting from , you can plot another point by moving 1 unit to the right (to ) and 3 units up (to ), so the next point will be .
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Draw the line: After plotting these two points, you can draw a straight line through them, which represents the equation.
Let me know if you would like more details on the graphing process or any other questions!
Here are 5 related questions:
- How would the graph change if the slope were negative, like in ?
- What happens to the line if we change the y-intercept to , giving ?
- How would you graph a vertical line, such as ?
- What is the slope of a horizontal line, like ?
- Can you find the x-intercept of the line ?
Tip: The slope of a line tells you how steep the line is. A larger slope results in a steeper line, while a smaller slope results in a flatter line!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Graphing
Slope-Intercept Form
Formulas
y = mx + b (Slope-Intercept Form)
Theorems
The Slope-Intercept Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10