Math Problem Statement

Select 2 equations that make up the system represented by the graph.

Solution

The image displays a graph with two intersecting lines and a set of equation options to match with the graph. Let's identify the correct equations that represent the two lines.

Steps to Solve:

  1. Identify the slopes and y-intercepts:

    • The first line has a negative slope, crossing the y-axis at y=6y = 6.
    • The second line has a positive slope, passing through the origin (0,0)(0, 0).
  2. Verify with given equations:

    • The first line's equation appears to fit the form y=mx+by = mx + b, where the slope mm is negative and b=6b = 6.
    • The second line's equation should have a positive slope mm, passing through (0,0)(0, 0), meaning b=0b = 0.

Testing Options:

  • Option A (y=54xy = \frac{5}{4}x): Has a positive slope (54\frac{5}{4}), matching the second line.
  • Option B (y=62.5xy = 6 - 2.5x): Has a slope of 2.5-2.5 and yy-intercept 66, matching the first line.
  • Option C (y=2.5x+6y = 2.5x + 6): Slope and intercept do not match either line.
  • Option D (y=63xy = 6 - 3x): Slope is too steep compared to the graph.
  • Option E (y=0.8xy = 0.8x): Has a positive slope but is too shallow.

Correct Equations:

  • y=54xy = \frac{5}{4}x (Option A) for the positive-slope line.
  • y=62.5xy = 6 - 2.5x (Option B) for the negative-slope line.

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Here are 5 related questions for deeper understanding:

  1. How do you determine the slope of a line from a graph?
  2. What is the significance of the yy-intercept in the equation of a line?
  3. How can you verify that a point lies on a given line's equation?
  4. What is the difference between parallel and perpendicular lines in terms of slope?
  5. How do you find the intersection point of two lines algebraically?

Tip: Always rewrite equations in slope-intercept form (y=mx+by = mx + b) when analyzing graphs.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Graph Analysis
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10