Math Problem Statement
Find an equation for the line with the given properties: Slope = -4, y-intercept = 4
Solution
The problem asks for the equation of a line with the following properties:
- Slope () = -4
- y-intercept () = 4
The slope-intercept form of a line is given by the equation:
Substituting the given values into the equation:
Thus, the equation of the line is:
Would you like further clarification or details on this? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:
- What is the general form of this line's equation?
- How do you convert the slope-intercept form to the standard form?
- What is the significance of the slope in this equation?
- How can you determine the x-intercept of this line?
- How can you graph this line given the slope and y-intercept?
Tip: The slope in a linear equation tells you how steep the line is, and a negative slope means the line is slanting downwards.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Formulas
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9