Math Problem Statement

Which function has a y-intercept of -5?

Solution

The image provided contains a question that asks, "Which function has a y-intercept of -5?" and presents several options in the following format:

  • A: y=x+5y = x + 5
  • B: y=x5y = x - 5
  • C: y=x+5y = -x + 5
  • D: y=x5y = -x - 5

To solve this:

The y-intercept of a function is the value of yy when x=0x = 0. This means we substitute x=0x = 0 into each equation and see which one gives us y=5y = -5.

Let's check each option:

  1. A: y=x+5y = x + 5
    Substitute x=0x = 0:
    y=0+5=5y = 0 + 5 = 5.
    So, the y-intercept is 5 (not -5).

  2. B: y=x5y = x - 5
    Substitute x=0x = 0:
    y=05=5y = 0 - 5 = -5.
    The y-intercept is -5.

  3. C: y=x+5y = -x + 5
    Substitute x=0x = 0:
    y=0+5=5y = -0 + 5 = 5.
    The y-intercept is 5 (not -5).

  4. D: y=x5y = -x - 5
    Substitute x=0x = 0:
    y=05=5y = -0 - 5 = -5.
    The y-intercept is -5.

The correct functions with a y-intercept of -5 are options B and D.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you find the y-intercept of a function from its equation?
  2. What does the slope of a function tell you about its graph?
  3. How do you determine the x-intercept of a function?
  4. What is the significance of the y-intercept in the context of real-world problems?
  5. How would the graph of the function y=x5y = x - 5 look compared to y=x5y = -x - 5?

Tip: Always check both the y-intercept and the slope when comparing linear functions, as they give you key insights into the graph's behavior.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Functions
Y-Intercept

Formulas

y = mx + b (Slope-Intercept Form)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8