Math Problem Statement

Graph [y=\dfrac{6}{5}x+1].

Solution

The given equation is:

y=65x+1y = \dfrac{6}{5}x + 1

This is the equation of a straight line in slope-intercept form, where:

  • The slope m=65m = \dfrac{6}{5}
  • The y-intercept b=1b = 1

To graph this line:

  1. Start by plotting the y-intercept: This is where the line crosses the y-axis. In this case, the y-intercept is b=1b = 1. So, plot the point (0,1)(0, 1).

  2. Use the slope to find another point: The slope 65\dfrac{6}{5} means that for every 5 units you move horizontally to the right (positive x-direction), you move 6 units vertically up (positive y-direction).

    • From the point (0,1)(0, 1), move 5 units to the right (to x=5x = 5), and 6 units up. This brings you to the point (5,7)(5, 7).
  3. Draw the line: Once you have two points, (0,1)(0, 1) and (5,7)(5, 7), you can draw a straight line through them. This line is the graph of the equation y=65x+1y = \dfrac{6}{5}x + 1.

Would you like more details on how to graph lines or help with similar equations?


Here are some follow-up questions you may find interesting:

  1. How do you graph a line when the slope is negative?
  2. What are some real-life examples where a line like y=65x+1y = \dfrac{6}{5}x + 1 might appear?
  3. How can you find the equation of a line if you're given two points?
  4. How do you graph a line with a slope of zero?
  5. What happens to the graph of a line when the y-intercept is changed?

Tip: To graph lines quickly, always identify the slope and y-intercept, as they are key to plotting points efficiently.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Graphing Linear Equations

Formulas

y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form of a Linear Equation

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9