Writing Linear Expressions

Writing Linear Equations

Recall the 4 ways to find slope:​

• ​from a table

• ​from a graph

• ​from 2 points

• ​from an equation

Multiple Choice

Find the slope of a line that passes through the points (3, -5) and (6, -6)

• -1/3

• 1/3

• -3

• 3

Multiple Choice

Find the slope from the following equation.

$$y=\frac{3}{4}x+4$$  

• 4

• 3/4

• -4

• -3/4

Multiple Choice

Find the slope in simplest form

• 1/2

• 2

• -2

• 4/2

Multiple Choice

Find the slope in simplest form:

• 3

• 1/3

• 4

• 1

• 1

​There are various linear equations

Multiple Choice

Identify the form of this linear equation:

$$y=mx+b$$  

• point-slope

• standard

• slope-intercept

Multiple Choice

Identify the form of this linear equation:

$$y-y_1=m\left(x-x_1\right)$$  

• point-slope

• standard

• slope-intercept

​Write a linear equation using a table

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​Write an equation given a graph

​But, Mrs. Burns - what if the graph doesn't show the y-intercept?

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Poll

How do you feel about writing equations from a table or graph?

• Great - I can do it on my own.

• I feel like I need a little more practice.

• I'm pretty confused, I need more help.

Open Ended

What are some things that you feel like you need more practice on? Be specific so that I can plan accordingly.