DMA 2 Review

Front

What is the equation to find the number of months it will take Veronica to save for her car if she starts with $3000 and saves $500 each month?

Back

The equation is 12000 = 3000 + 500n.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 8 − 3(1–x) = 2(x+1) − 3?

Back

The solution is x = -6.

Front

What does the x-intercept represent in the context of Harold's loan of $1950 with monthly payments of $325?

Back

The x-intercept is 6, meaning it will take 6 months to pay off the loan.

Front

How do you find the y-intercept of the equation 6x−7y=−35?

Back

To find the y-intercept, set x = 0. The y-intercept is 5.

Front

What does the y-intercept of Keesha’s savings account graph represent?

Back

The y-intercept indicates that Keesha started her savings account with $1200.

Front

Define the term 'savings account'.

Back

A savings account is a bank account that earns interest on the deposited funds.

Front

What is the formula for calculating the total savings after n months if you start with an initial amount and add a fixed amount each month?

Back

Total savings = Initial amount + (Monthly savings * n).

Front

What is the significance of the slope in a linear equation?

Back

The slope represents the rate of change of the dependent variable with respect to the independent variable.

Front

What does it mean if a graph has a positive slope?

Back

A positive slope indicates that as the independent variable increases, the dependent variable also increases.

Front

What is the meaning of the term 'x-intercept'?

Back

The x-intercept is the point where the graph crosses the x-axis, indicating the value of x when y = 0.