Math Problem Statement

Find the slope and the y-intercept of the graph of the linear equation.

y = -1

Solution

The equation given is:

y=1y = -1

This is a horizontal line where yy is always 1-1, regardless of the value of xx.

Slope

For a horizontal line, the slope is always 00 because there is no change in yy as xx changes. Mathematically, slope m=0m = 0.

Y-Intercept

The y-intercept is the point where the line crosses the y-axis. Here, since y=1y = -1 at all points, the y-intercept occurs at (0,1)(0, -1).

Summary:

  • Slope: m=0m = 0
  • Y-Intercept: (0,1)(0, -1)

Would you like further details or have any questions?


  1. How would you determine the slope for a vertical line?
  2. What are the characteristics of lines with undefined slopes?
  3. How can you identify the slope and intercepts of any linear equation in standard form?
  4. What is the significance of a zero slope in real-world scenarios?
  5. How would a horizontal line's equation change if the y-intercept were different?

Tip: For horizontal lines, the equation will always be in the form y=cy = c, where cc is a constant. The slope will always be zero.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slopes and Intercepts

Formulas

Slope-intercept form y = mx + b

Theorems

Properties of horizontal lines

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8