Math Problem Statement

find the slope-intercept of the line that passes through (-3,-1) and has a slope of 0

Solution

To find the slope-intercept form of the line, we use the equation:

y=mx+by = mx + b

where:

  • mm is the slope, and
  • bb is the y-intercept.

In this case, the slope m=0m = 0, so the equation simplifies to:

y=0x+by = 0x + b

which becomes:

y=by = b

Since the line passes through the point (3,1)(-3, -1), we substitute these values into the equation to find bb:

1=b-1 = b

Thus, the equation of the line is:

y=1y = -1

This is a horizontal line with a constant value of y=1y = -1.


Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. How do you find the slope between two given points?
  2. What is the equation of a vertical line passing through a given point?
  3. Can you explain how the slope affects the orientation of a line?
  4. What does it mean if the slope is undefined?
  5. How do you convert a general linear equation into slope-intercept form?

Tip: A line with a slope of zero is always horizontal, meaning it does not rise or fall, but stays constant along the y-axis.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8