Math Problem Statement

Write the equation of this line in slope-intercept form.

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Write your answer using integers, proper fractions, and improper fractions in simplest

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Solution

To determine the equation of the line in slope-intercept form (y=mx+by = mx + b), we need two key pieces of information:

  1. The slope (mm)
  2. The y-intercept (bb)

Steps:

  1. Identify two points on the line from the graph. For example:

    • Point 1: (x1,y1x_1, y_1)
    • Point 2: (x2,y2x_2, y_2)
  2. Calculate the slope using the formula:
    m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

  3. Substitute mm and a point (x,yx, y) into the slope-intercept form to solve for bb.

  4. Write the final equation in slope-intercept form: y=mx+by = mx + b.


Could you upload the graph or provide the coordinates of two points on the line? This will allow for an accurate equation. 😊


Expanding Your Understanding:

  1. What is slope-intercept form, and how is it used?
  2. How do you calculate the slope from a graph?
  3. What does the y-intercept represent?
  4. How can you confirm if an equation matches a line on a graph?
  5. How can fractions or decimals affect the slope?

Tip: Remember that the slope is a ratio of the "rise" (change in yy) to the "run" (change in xx).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Graphing

Formulas

Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8