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 (mm) = -4
  • y-intercept (bb) = 4

The slope-intercept form of a line is given by the equation:

y=mx+by = mx + b

Substituting the given values into the equation:

y=4x+4y = -4x + 4

Thus, the equation of the line is:

y=4x+4\boxed{y = -4x + 4}

Would you like further clarification or details on this? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:

  1. What is the general form of this line's equation?
  2. How do you convert the slope-intercept form to the standard form?
  3. What is the significance of the slope in this equation?
  4. How can you determine the x-intercept of this line?
  5. 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