Math Problem Statement
The equations of five lines are given below. Line A=y=2x+3 Line B=1/2x-3 Line C=y=6-x Line D y-2x=7 Line E y+2x=3 which two lines cross the y axis at the same point?
Solution
We can identify where each line crosses the y-axis by finding the y-intercept. The y-intercept occurs where .
Here are the equations and their y-intercepts:
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Line A:
When , .
Y-intercept: 3 -
Line B:
When , .
Y-intercept: -3 -
Line C:
When , .
Y-intercept: 6 -
Line D:
Rearrange to get it in slope-intercept form:
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When , .
Y-intercept: 7 -
Line E:
Rearrange to get it in slope-intercept form:
.
When , .
Y-intercept: 3
Conclusion:
Lines A and E cross the y-axis at the same point, which is .
Would you like any details or have any further questions?
Here are 5 questions related to this topic:
- How do you find the slope of a line from its equation?
- What is the significance of the y-intercept in a real-world scenario?
- How do parallel lines behave in terms of slope and y-intercept?
- How do we find the point of intersection between two lines?
- What are the different forms of a linear equation?
Tip: Always convert equations into slope-intercept form to easily identify the slope and y-intercept.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Y-intercept
Slope
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9