Applications of Linear Equations

What is the first step in solving an in-context word problem on the SAT® Math section?

• Write the equation

• Solve for the variable

• Understand the problem

• Check the solution

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

A gym charges $30 per month plus a $5 initial sign-up fee. What is the equation that represents this?

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

What does the slope represent in a linear equation?

• Starting value

• Rate of change

• Total value

• The constant

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Why should you check your answer after solving?

• To simplify the equation

• To memorize the process

• To ensure the solution is logical

• To find the y-intercept

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

• 80

• 70

• 60

• 50

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CCSS.HSF.IF.A.2

What does the 'P' in UPS Check stand for?

• Plot the graph

• Predict the answer

• Prove the solution

• Plan your strategy

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

• 2

• 5

• 7

• 10

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

Alex is a writer who earns $20 per hour and a $50 bonus. Which equation represents her total earnings for hours worked?

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

A car rental costs $50 plus $0.20 per mile. What would represent the slope?

• $50

• $0.20

• $0.50

• $0.30

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5