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Linear Word Problems

Linear Word Problems

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Flashcard

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Mathematics

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8th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the equation representing the cost, y, of renting a canoe for x hours if there is a $20 transportation fee and $30 per hour?

Back

y = 30x + 20

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you write an equation in slope-intercept form for a situation with a $20 startup fee and a $5 monthly fee?

Back

y = 5x + 20

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the slope and y-intercept from the equation: y = 3/2x + 3.

Back

slope: 3/2, y-intercept: 3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What equation can be used to find how much money Sandra has on her iTunes gift card after x months if she starts with $20 and spends $3 each month?

Back

y = -3x + 20

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If admission to a fair is $5 and each ride costs $0.50, how many rides can you go on with $20?

Back

30 rides

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the slope represent in a linear equation?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the y-intercept in a linear equation?

Back

The y-intercept is the value of y when x is 0, representing the starting point of the line on the y-axis.

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