To find the y-intercept of the equation $4x - 2y = 8$, we need to set $x = 0$. Here's how we do it:

1. Substitute $x = 0$ into the equation: $4(0) - 2y = 8$ This simplifies to: $-2y = 8$

2. Solve for $y$: $y = \frac{8}{-2}$ $y = -4$

So, the y-intercept is at $(0, -4)$.

Plotting the y-intercept:

• The y-intercept occurs where the graph crosses the y-axis.
• On the coordinate plane, you will plot the point $(0, -4)$.

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Related Questions

1. How do you find the x-intercept of the equation?
2. Can you rewrite the equation in slope-intercept form?
3. What does the slope represent in this equation?
4. How would you plot another point on the line to draw the full graph?
5. How can you determine if two lines are parallel or perpendicular using their equations?

Tip

Always set $x = 0$ to find the y-intercept and $y = 0$ to find the x-intercept.