Math Problem Statement

Write an equation in slope-intercept form for the given line on the graph.

Solution

The image shows a graph of a line, and the task is to write the equation of the line in slope-intercept form. The slope-intercept form of a line is written as:

y=mx+by = mx + b

Where:

  • mm is the slope of the line
  • bb is the y-intercept (the point where the line crosses the y-axis)

Step 1: Find the slope mm

To find the slope, we use the formula:

m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

From the graph, we can identify two points on the line:

  • Point 1: (10,2)(-10, 2)
  • Point 2: (0,4)(0, 4)

Now, applying the formula for slope:

m=420(10)=210=15m = \frac{4 - 2}{0 - (-10)} = \frac{2}{10} = \frac{1}{5}

Step 2: Find the y-intercept bb

The y-intercept is the value of yy when x=0x = 0. From the graph, it's clear that the line crosses the y-axis at y=4y = 4. Thus, b=4b = 4.

Final Equation

Substituting the values of m=15m = \frac{1}{5} and b=4b = 4 into the slope-intercept form:

y=15x+4y = \frac{1}{5}x + 4

This is the equation of the line.

Would you like more details or explanations on any step? Here are some related questions for further practice:

  1. How do you find the slope of a line when given two points?
  2. How does changing the slope affect the graph of a line?
  3. What happens to the graph if the y-intercept changes?
  4. Can you convert a line in slope-intercept form to standard form?
  5. How can you graph a line using only its slope and y-intercept?

Tip: When graphing a line from its equation, always start by plotting the y-intercept and then use the slope to find other points.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b
Slope formula m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10