Math Problem Statement

2x+5y=10

Solution

The equation you provided is:

2x+5y=102x + 5y = 10

This is a linear equation in two variables, xx and yy. 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 yy:

5y=102x5y = 10 - 2x y=102x5y = \frac{10 - 2x}{5} y=225xy = 2 - \frac{2}{5}x

So, the equation of the line in slope-intercept form is: y=25x+2y = -\frac{2}{5}x + 2 Where:

  • The slope of the line is 25-\frac{2}{5}.
  • The y-intercept is 22, meaning the line crosses the y-axis at (0,2)(0, 2).

Graphical Interpretation:

This equation describes a line with a negative slope, meaning it decreases as xx increases. The slope of 25-\frac{2}{5} indicates that for every 5 units increase in xx, yy decreases by 2 units.

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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this:

  1. How do you calculate the x-intercept of a linear equation?
  2. What does the slope of a line represent geometrically?
  3. Can you rewrite the equation in terms of xx instead of yy?
  4. How would this line change if the equation was 2x+5y=152x + 5y = 15?
  5. 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