Writing Equations from Tables and Graphs

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A problem with an equals sign.

Front

What is the equation of the graph that shows a straight line with a slope of 2?

Back

y=2x.

Front

In the relationship between hours studied and math test grade, which is the dependent variable?

Back

Math test grade.

Front

What equation would you use to find the average amount each choir member can raise if they need to raise $1500 and have already raised $600?

Back

30x + 600 = 1500.

Front

If the table shows that for every minute (m) 12 bubbles (b) are blown, what is the equation?

Back

b = 12m.

Front

What does the term 'dependent variable' mean?

Back

A variable that depends on another variable.

Front

What does the term 'independent variable' mean?

Back

A variable that stands alone and isn't changed by other variables.

Front

How do you write an equation from a table of values?

Back

Identify the relationship between the variables and express it in equation form.

Front

What is the slope of the line represented by the equation y=3x+1?

Back

The slope is 3.

Front

What does the y-intercept represent in the equation y=mx+b?

Back

The value of y when x is 0.