Mastering Graphing with Desmos: Points, Tables, and Equations

This video tutorial introduces the Desmos calculator, demonstrating how to plot points, check line equations, and use tables for data analysis. It covers graphing equations and inequalities, providing tips for using Desmos effectively in practice problems and assessments.

What is the first step to add points in Desmos?

• Type the points directly

• Click the gear button

• Zoom in and out

• Press the house button

How can you verify if a line passes through given points in Desmos?

• By zooming in and out

• By typing the points and the equation

• By pressing the gear button

• By adding a table

What feature in Desmos allows you to see the coordinates of points on a line?

• The house button

• The gear button

• The table feature

• The zoom feature

How can you identify if a set of points forms a linear function in Desmos?

• By checking if the points form a straight line

• By typing the points directly

• By using the gear button

• By pressing the house button

What is the y-intercept of a line?

• The point where the line crosses the x-axis

• The point where the line crosses the y-axis

• The slope of the line

• The equation of the line

How do you graph an inequality in Desmos?

• By adding a table

• By using the gear button

• By converting it to an equation first

• By typing the inequality directly

What does a dashed line represent in the graph of an inequality?

• A solid boundary

• A linear function

• An inclusive boundary

• A strict inequality

What should you do if an equation does not graph correctly in Desmos?

• Zoom in and out

• Press the house button

• Add a table

• Rearrange the equation and change the sign

How do you find the x-intercept of a line in Desmos?

• By typing the points directly

• By using the gear button

• By finding where the line crosses the x-axis

• By adding a table

What is the slope of the line y = 1/3x + 1?

• 1/3

• 1/2

• 1

• 3