Writing Equations 8.5I

Front

What does 'm' represent in the equation of a line?

Back

The slope of the line.

Front

What is the equation to calculate the total cost for Stella's internet plan if the company charges $0.15 per minute and a monthly fee of $40?

Back

y = 0.15x + 40

Front

What equation represents the total amount Randy's tenants have to pay if he charges $425 each month plus a $600 security deposit?

Back

y = 425x + 600

Front

If a fitness club starts with 80 members and gains 15 members each month, what is the equation for the total membership after x months?

Back

y = 15x + 80

Front

What is the equation represented by the line with a slope of -1 and a y-intercept of 2?

Back

y = -1x + 2

Front

What does the y-intercept represent in a linear equation?

Back

The value of y when x is 0.

Front

How do you identify the slope from the equation y = mx + b?

Back

The slope is the coefficient 'm' in the equation.

Front

What is the slope of the line represented by the equation y = 3x - 4?

Back

The slope is 3.

Front

What is the y-intercept of the equation y = -3x + 2?

Back

The y-intercept is 2.

Front

If the equation of a line is y = rac{1}{2}x + 2, what is the slope?

Back

The slope is rac{1}{2}.