Real World Slope and Y-Intercept Practice

Front

What is the equation for the total cost (y) to rent a paddle boat for x hours if the rental fee is $15 plus $2 per hour?

Back

y = 2x + 15

Front

What does the slope represent in the equation y = 150 + 40x for Bob's savings?

Back

Saving $40 per month.

Front

Write the equation for the cost (y) to golf at Top Golf if there is a $5 membership fee and $35 per hour charge.

Back

y = 35x + 5

Front

What key word helps you identify the SLOPE in a story problem?

Back

per, each, every

Front

What does the y-intercept represent in the equation for joining an online learning community with a $20 startup fee and $5 monthly fee?

Back

$20 startup fee

Front

If a car rental company charges a flat fee of $50 plus $10 per day, what is the equation for the total cost (y) for x days?

Back

y = 10x + 50

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

If a gym charges a $30 initiation fee and $20 per month, what is the equation for the total cost (y) after x months?

Back

y = 20x + 30

Front

What is the slope in the context of a distance-time graph?

Back

The speed or rate of travel.