Math Problem Statement
Solution
To find the slope of the line that represents the data in the table, we can use the formula for slope between two points and :
Looking at the table, we can choose any two pairs of values to calculate the slope. I'll select the first and the last pairs: and .
Now, applying the slope formula:
So, the slope .
This means that for each additional month, the total amount saved increases by $35.
Would you like a detailed explanation or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions you might explore next:
- What does the slope represent in the context of this problem?
- Can the slope be calculated using different pairs of points? Will the result be the same?
- How do you interpret the y-intercept in this situation?
- How would the graph of these points look?
- What if the savings amount increased at a different rate each month?
Tip: When interpreting slope in word problems, it helps to think of it as the "rate of change" for the dependent variable in relation to the independent variable.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Slope of a Line
Linear Equations
Formulas
Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Theorems
Slope Theorem (Rise over Run)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8