Algebra Vocab

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What is the steepness of a line represented by?

Back

The steepness of a line is represented by the variable m, known as the slope.

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What is the value of ab-c when a=2, b=3, and c=4?

Back

The value of ab-c is 2.

Front

Which variable represents the constant of variation or constant of proportionality?

Back

The variable k represents the constant of variation or constant of proportionality.

Front

What kind of graph represents a direct relationship between two variables?

Back

A direct variation graph represents a direct relationship between two variables.

Front

What kind of graph represents an inverse relationship between two variables?

Back

An inverse variation graph represents an inverse relationship between two variables.

Front

What is the formula for slope?

Back

The formula for slope (m) is m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).

Front

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

Back

The y-intercept represents the point where the line crosses the y-axis.

Front

What is the standard form of a linear equation?

Back

The standard form of a linear equation is Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are integers.

Front

What does it mean for two variables to be directly proportional?

Back

Two variables are directly proportional if they increase or decrease together at a constant rate.

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What is the difference between a linear and a nonlinear graph?

Back

A linear graph forms a straight line, while a nonlinear graph forms a curve.