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How to Graph Linear Equations (Slope-Intercept Form)

Subject: Mathematics

Book: Maths Mastery

The slope-intercept form y = mx + b reveals a line’s slope (m) and y-intercept (b). For example, if y = 2x + 3, the slope is 2 and the line intercepts the y-axis at (0, 3). You can quickly plot the point (0, b) on the y-axis, then use slope rise/run to locate more points. Graphing linear equations is foundational in analyzing trends, relationships between variables, or business metrics (like cost vs. revenue). Mastery of slope-intercept form helps interpret how changes in x impact y, essential for linear modeling and everyday problem-solving involving direct variation.

Practice Questions

If x^2 + 4x + 4 = 0, what is the value of x?

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If the sum of three consecutive integers is 96, what are the integers?

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A rectangle has an area of 48 cm² and a length of 8 cm. What is its width?

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The sum of the reciprocals of two numbers is 1/4. If one number is 12, what is the other?

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If the sum of three consecutive integers is 72, what are the integers?

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What is the square root of 121?

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What is the sum of the first 10 positive even numbers?

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