y=mx+b word problems

y=mx+b word problems

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the slope-intercept form of a linear equation?

Back

The slope-intercept form is y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

'b' represents the initial value or the y-intercept of the line.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you write an equation for total cost if there is a fixed cost and a variable cost per unit?

Back

The equation is y = fixed cost + (variable cost per unit * number of units).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If a car depreciates in value, how can you express its value over time?

Back

You can express it as y = initial value - (depreciation rate * number of years).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the variable 'x' typically represent in a linear equation?

Back

In a linear equation, 'x' usually represents the independent variable or the input value.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Write an equation for the total cost of renting a snowboard for x hours, given a rental fee and hourly rate.

Back

y = 25 + 15x, where 25 is the rental fee and 15 is the hourly rate.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the meaning of the slope 'm' in the equation y = mx + b?

Back

The slope 'm' represents the rate of change of y with respect to x.

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