Finding Linear Equation Slope and Y-Intercept from Graph and Equations

Write an equation in slope-intercept form that passes through (-3, -3) and (0, -5).

Write an equation in slope-intercept form that passes through the points (-3, -2) and (-2, 2).

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Convert the equation to slope intercept form. Then, identify the slope (m) and y-intercept (b).

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

Slope can be found a graph by...

• Looking at where the line crosses the y-axis

• Looking at where the line crosses the x-axis

• Calculating "rise over run"

• Calculating "run over rise"

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

The y-intercept can be found a graph by...

• Looking at where the line crosses the x-axis

• Looking at where the line crosses the y-axis

• Calculating "rise over run"

• Calculating "run over rise"

Slope can by found from a table by... (select all that apply)

• Finding the "change in y over change in x"

• Finding the "change in x over change in y"

• Picking 2 points and using the slope formula

• Plotting the points on a graph and doing "rise over run"

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Which equation best represents the line on the graph?

• y= 1/2x

• y = 2x

• y= -1/2x

• y = -2x

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

What does "b" represent in y=mx+b

• y-intercept

• nothing

• slope

• below

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

How would you write the equation with a slope of 2/3 and a y-intercept of -3?

• y=3/2x+3

• y=2/3x-3

• y=2/3-3

• y=2/3x+3

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3