Math Problem Statement

Complete the table for the equation x + 2y = 1, and graph the equation.

Solution

The problem asks to complete the table for the equation x+2y=1x + 2y = 1 and to graph the equation.

Let's break down the equation and solve for yy in terms of xx:

x+2y=1x + 2y = 1 2y=1x2y = 1 - x y=1x2y = \frac{1 - x}{2}

Now, using this equation, let's find the missing values for yy corresponding to the given xx values in the table:

  1. When x=0x = 0: y=102=12=0.5y = \frac{1 - 0}{2} = \frac{1}{2} = 0.5 (This value is already given as 0.5.)

  2. When x=1x = 1: y=112=02=0y = \frac{1 - 1}{2} = \frac{0}{2} = 0 (This value is already given as 0.)

  3. When x=6x = 6: y=162=52=2.5y = \frac{1 - 6}{2} = \frac{-5}{2} = -2.5 (This value is also given as -2.5.)

So the table is complete with the correct values. To graph the equation, you can plot these points:

  • (0,0.5)(0, 0.5)
  • (1,0)(1, 0)
  • (6,2.5)(6, -2.5)

The graph will be a straight line passing through these points since it's a linear equation.

Do you have any questions or want more details about the graphing process?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the slope of the line represented by the equation x+2y=1x + 2y = 1?
  2. How do you find the x-intercept and y-intercept of a linear equation?
  3. How can you convert a general linear equation into slope-intercept form?
  4. What are the different ways to graph a linear equation without using a table of values?
  5. How does changing the coefficient of yy in the equation affect the graph's slope?

Tip: When graphing linear equations, it helps to find both intercepts (x and y) first. This gives you two easy points to start the graph.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Graphing
Algebra

Formulas

x + 2y = 1
y = (1 - x) / 2

Theorems

Linear equation in two variables

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10