Math Problem Statement
Solution
The uploaded image contains a math worksheet asking students to write equations of lines in slope-intercept form. It includes two parts:
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Given the slope and y-intercept:
Students are asked to write equations of lines using the provided slope and y-intercept . -
Using a graph:
Students are tasked to calculate the slope by determining the "rise" (change in ) and "run" (change in ) from a graph. The slope is used alongside the -intercept to form the equation.
Explanation and Steps for Solving:
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Slope-intercept form:
The equation of a line is , where:- : slope of the line.
- : -intercept (the point where the line crosses the -axis).
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Using given values of slope and y-intercept: Example from the image:
- For slope and -intercept , the equation is:
- For slope and -intercept , the equation is:
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Finding slope from a graph:
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Select two points on the line (e.g., (3,1) and (1,-5) from the graph).
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Calculate the rise (difference in -values) and run (difference in -values):
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For the example graph:
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Write the equation: Use the calculated slope and -intercept (from the graph, ):
Would you like me to solve the specific equations or provide explanations for any part?
Here are some related questions:
- How do you find the slope if only two points are given?
- What are the steps to graph a line given its equation in slope-intercept form?
- How can you identify the -intercept directly from a graph?
- Can you explain how slope triangles work for calculating slope?
- How do vertical and horizontal lines differ in terms of slope?
Tip: Always double-check rise and run directions (up/down or left/right) to ensure the slope is calculated correctly!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Graphing Lines
Formulas
y = mx + b
Slope m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Theorems
Slope-Intercept Form Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9