Math Problem Statement
2x+5y=10
Solution
The equation you provided is:
This is a linear equation in two variables, and . It represents a straight line on the coordinate plane. We can solve for one variable in terms of the other to understand its relationship better.
Solving for :
So, the equation of the line in slope-intercept form is: Where:
- The slope of the line is .
- The y-intercept is , meaning the line crosses the y-axis at .
Graphical Interpretation:
This equation describes a line with a negative slope, meaning it decreases as increases. The slope of indicates that for every 5 units increase in , decreases by 2 units.
Would you like further details or to see a graph of this line?
Here are 5 related questions to expand on this:
- How do you calculate the x-intercept of a linear equation?
- What does the slope of a line represent geometrically?
- Can you rewrite the equation in terms of instead of ?
- How would this line change if the equation was ?
- What are some methods to solve a system of linear equations?
Tip: When graphing, knowing both the slope and intercepts helps plot the line quickly and accurately.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Formulas
y = mx + b
y = (10 - 2x) / 5
Theorems
Linear Equation Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10