Extra Applications Practice

Front

What does the slope of a linear graph represent?

Back

The rate of change in the dependent variable over time.

Front

What does the y-intercept in a graph indicate?

Back

The value of the dependent variable when the independent variable is zero.

Front

What does the point (1, 6.5) represent in a linear graph of a taxi fare?

Back

A total charge of $6.50 for a 1 mile ride.

Front

In the equation s = 8 + 0.01x, what does the s-value represent when x = 1?

Back

The amount of snow on the lawn at 12:01 p.m.

Front

What does the y-value represent when x = 1 in a temperature graph?

Back

The oven's temperature after 1 minute.

Front

Define 'linear graph'.

Back

A graph that shows a straight line, representing a constant rate of change.

Front

What is a 'y-intercept'?

Back

The point where the graph intersects the y-axis.

Front

Explain the concept of 'rate of change'.

Back

The ratio of the change in the dependent variable to the change in the independent variable.

Front

What does a flat charge in a taxi fare represent?

Back

The initial cost to order the taxi, regardless of distance traveled.

Front

How do you interpret the slope in a real-world context?

Back

It indicates how quickly one quantity changes in relation to another.