bell work 12-18-24

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What is the fixed cost in the equation c = 3.00 + 0.15m?

Back

The fixed cost is $3.00, which is the charge to make a phone call.

Front

What does the variable 'm' represent in the equation c = 3.00 + 0.15m?

Back

The variable 'm' represents the number of minutes you talk on the phone.

Front

What is the total cost equation for an electrician charging $90 per hour plus a $50 travelling fee?

Back

The equation is y = 90x + 50, where 'x' is the number of hours worked.

Front

In the equation 71 - 3.5x = 40, what does 'x' represent?

Back

The variable 'x' represents the number of hours the cooling device was on.

Front

How do you determine the number of nickels in John's collection if he has 65 quarters?

Back

Use the equation 65 = 5x + 10, where 'x' is the number of nickels.

Front

What is the total cost equation for Kasey's pitching lesson with Natalie?

Back

The equation is 11x + 6 = 39, where 'x' is the number of hours.

Front

What is a linear equation?

Back

A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

Front

What does the slope represent in a linear equation?

Back

The slope represents the rate of change of the dependent variable with respect to the independent variable.

Front

What is the y-intercept in the equation y = 90x + 50?

Back

The y-intercept is 50, which is the fixed fee charged by the electrician.

Front

How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to get the variable on one side of the equation.