Comparing Features of Linear Equations

Front

In the equation, y = mx + b, what does 'm' represent?

Back

The slope of the line.

Front

In the equation, y = mx + b, what does 'b' represent?

Back

The y-intercept of the line.

Front

What is the slope of the line represented by the equation y = 3x + 5?

Back

3

Front

What is the y-intercept of the line represented by the equation y = -2x + 4?

Back

4

Front

How do you find the slope from two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?

Back

Slope (m) = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).

Front

What is the slope of a horizontal line?

Back

0

Front

What is the slope of a vertical line?

Back

Undefined.

Front

Write the equation of a line with a slope of 2 and a y-intercept of -3.

Back

y = 2x - 3.

Front

If a line passes through the points (1, 2) and (3, 6), what is its slope?

Back

2.

Front

What is the general form of a linear equation?

Back

Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.