Math Problem Statement
there's no 21, 15 option
Solution
Let's re-evaluate the problem. Given the slope of the line passing through the points (7, 5) and (21, 15) is , we can determine another point for a line with a slope that is one-third of passing through the origin.
The slope of the new line is:
This new line passes through the origin (0, 0). We can use this slope to find another point on the line. The point-slope form of the line equation is:
To find another point, let's choose :
Therefore, the point is (21, 5).
If (21, 5) is not an option, let's choose another value to find another valid point.
Choosing :
Choosing :
So, the point is (42, 10).
Let's list these options in the dropdown menus again:
- The slope of the line passing through the points (7, 5) and (21, 15) is .
- Another line with a slope that is one-third that of the slope you just calculated passes through the origin and the point (42, 10).
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are 5 questions you might consider asking next:
- How do you find the y-intercept of a line given its slope and a point on the line?
- What is the difference between slope-intercept form and point-slope form?
- How can you verify if a point lies on a given line?
- How do you find the perpendicular bisector of a line segment?
- What are some real-life applications of linear equations and slopes?
Tip: Always check multiple possible points when verifying answers for questions involving linear equations and slopes.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Slope
Point-Slope Form
Formulas
Point-Slope Form of a Line
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
High School
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