FLASHCARD 3-1: Interpreting & Finding X & Y Intercepts

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What does the x-intercept of a graph represent?

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Find the x-intercept from the equation: 3x - y = -18

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(-6, 0)

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True or false: The y-intercept of a function ALWAYS occurs where y is equal to zero.

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False

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Find the y-intercept from the equation: 5x - 2y = 8

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(0, -4)

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What does the y-intercept represent in the context of a burning candle's height?

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The original height of the candle.

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Define x-intercept.

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The point where the graph intersects the x-axis, meaning y=0.

Front

Define y-intercept.

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The point where the graph intersects the y-axis, meaning x=0.

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How do you find the x-intercept of a linear equation?

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Set y=0 and solve for x.

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How do you find the y-intercept of a linear equation?

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Set x=0 and solve for y.

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What is the significance of the y-intercept in a real-world scenario?

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It often represents the starting value or initial condition.