What is a linear function?
Comparing Linear Functions

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A linear function is a function that graphs to a straight line. It can be expressed in the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
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What does the slope of a linear function represent?
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The slope represents the rate of change of the function. It indicates how much the y-value changes for a one-unit increase in the x-value.
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How do you find the slope from two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?
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The slope (m) can be calculated using the formula m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the y-intercept in a linear function?
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The y-intercept is the point where the line crosses the y-axis, represented by the value of b in the equation y = mx + b.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the rate of change in a real-world context?
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The rate of change describes how one quantity changes in relation to another, often expressed as a cost per unit, such as dollars per hour.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can you compare the rates of change of two linear functions?
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You can compare the slopes of the functions. The function with the greater slope has a higher rate of change.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the equation of a line with a slope of 2 and a y-intercept of -3?
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The equation is y = 2x - 3.
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