Math Problem Statement

Complete the table and write the equation for the relationship shown in the graph.

Solution

The graph represents a linear relationship, and your task is to complete the table and find the equation that represents this relationship.

Let's analyze the graph step by step:

  1. Given Data Points:

    • x=10x = 10, y=?y = ? (To be determined)
    • x=12x = 12, y=4y = 4
    • x=16x = 16, y=8y = 8
    • x=20x = 20, y=?y = ? (To be determined)
  2. Finding the pattern: The slope (rate of change of yy with respect to xx) can be determined by looking at the points (12,4)(12, 4) and (16,8)(16, 8). The change in yy is 84=48 - 4 = 4, and the change in xx is 1612=416 - 12 = 4. Therefore, the slope mm is: m=44=1m = \frac{4}{4} = 1 This tells us that for every increase of 1 unit in xx, yy increases by 1 unit.

  3. Finding the y-intercept: The graph appears to pass through x=8x = 8 and y=0y = 0, so the y-intercept is y=0y = 0 when x=8x = 8.

  4. Equation of the line: Since the slope is 1 and the line passes through (8,0)(8, 0), we can write the equation in slope-intercept form: y=x8y = x - 8

  5. Completing the table:

    • For x=10x = 10, y=108=2y = 10 - 8 = 2
    • For x=20x = 20, y=208=12y = 20 - 8 = 12

Thus, the completed table is:

xxyy
102
124
168
2012

Equation: y=x8y = x - 8

Would you like more details or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How can I verify if my equation is correct for any other points on the line?
  2. What happens to the slope and intercept if the graph shifts?
  3. How do I find the equation of a line when given two points?
  4. Can I write this equation in a different form, such as point-slope form?
  5. What is the significance of the slope in real-world applications?

Tip: In linear equations, the slope represents the rate of change between the variables, while the y-intercept shows the starting value when the independent variable is zero.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope
Y-Intercept

Formulas

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

Theorems

Slope-intercept theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8