Math Problem Statement

f(x) = (5/2)x - 10

Solution

The given function is:

f(x)=52x10f(x) = \frac{5}{2}x - 10

This is a linear function in the form f(x)=mx+bf(x) = mx + b, where:

  • m=52m = \frac{5}{2} is the slope of the line.
  • b=10b = -10 is the y-intercept.

Key aspects:

  • Slope (m): For every 1 unit increase in xx, f(x)f(x) increases by 52\frac{5}{2} units.
  • Y-intercept (b): When x=0x = 0, the function value is f(0)=10f(0) = -10.

Would you like me to solve a specific problem related to this function (e.g., finding roots, graphing, or discussing its properties)?

Here are 5 questions that could follow from this:

  1. What is the x-intercept of the function f(x)f(x)?
  2. How would you graph this linear function?
  3. Can we solve for xx when f(x)=0f(x) = 0?
  4. What are the domain and range of this function?
  5. How does changing the slope or y-intercept affect the function?

Tip:

When working with linear functions, always pay close attention to the slope and y-intercept as they directly determine the behavior and position of the line in the coordinate plane.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Algebra

Formulas

Linear equation formula f(x) = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Form

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10