Math Problem Statement

given the equation y=3x+4 what is the y intercept

Solution

In the equation y=3x+4y = 3x + 4, the format follows the slope-intercept form of a line, y=mx+by = mx + b, where:

  • mm is the slope of the line.
  • bb is the yy-intercept.

The yy-intercept is the point where the line crosses the yy-axis, which occurs when x=0x = 0.

Here, b=4b = 4. Therefore, the yy-intercept is 4, or as a coordinate, it is (0,4)(0, 4).


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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the slope of the line y=3x+4y = 3x + 4?
  2. How would you find the xx-intercept of this equation?
  3. What would the equation look like if the slope were doubled?
  4. How does the line y=3x+4y = 3x + 4 compare to y=3x+4y = -3x + 4?
  5. What happens to the yy-intercept if the equation becomes y=3x+cy = 3x + c for c=2c = -2?

Tip: The yy-intercept tells you the starting point of the line when x=0x = 0; it’s very useful in graphing!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

y = mx + b (Slope-Intercept Form)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8