Math Problem Statement

Write a slope-intercept equation for a line with the given characteristics: m = -1.9, y-intercept = 4/5

Solution

The slope-intercept form of a line is given by the equation:

y=mx+by = mx + b

where:

  • mm is the slope,
  • bb is the y-intercept (the value of yy when x=0x = 0).

From the image:

  • The slope m=1.9m = -1.9,
  • The y-intercept is 45\frac{4}{5}.

Thus, substituting these values into the slope-intercept form equation:

y=1.9x+45y = -1.9x + \frac{4}{5}

So, the equation of the line is:

y=1.9x+0.8y = -1.9x + 0.8

Would you like further details on this, or do you have any additional questions?

Here are some related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you find the slope if only two points on the line are given?
  2. What does the slope represent in a real-world context?
  3. How do you convert a slope-intercept equation to standard form?
  4. What happens if the slope is zero? How would the line look?
  5. How can you find the x-intercept from the slope-intercept form?

Tip: When working with fractions in slope-intercept equations, try to convert them to decimals if it simplifies your calculations, but keep the fraction if exact values are required.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Slope-intercept equation y = mx + b

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10