Math Problem Statement
Write an equation of the line with the given slope and y-intercept
slope: 2/7, y-intercept: -3
Solution
The equation of a line in slope-intercept form is:
Where:
- is the slope
- is the y-intercept
Given:
- Slope
- Y-intercept
Substituting these values into the formula, the equation of the line is:
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Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:
- How do you find the slope of a line between two points?
- What is the difference between slope-intercept form and point-slope form?
- How can you determine the x-intercept of a line given its equation?
- How do you convert the slope-intercept form of a line to standard form?
- What happens to the slope of a line if it's perpendicular to another line?
Tip: The slope represents the rate of change of with respect to . If the slope is positive, the line rises as you move from left to right.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Formulas
y = mx + b
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9