Graphing Slope-Intercept Form Mastery

The video tutorial covers graphing linear equations using the slope-intercept form, y = mx + b. It explains the concepts of slope and y-intercept, providing examples and techniques for graphing. The tutorial also addresses horizontal and vertical lines, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for accurate graphing. The teacher offers practical tips and encourages students to practice for better understanding.

What is the general form of a linear equation in slope-intercept form?

• y = ax + b

• y = mx^2 + b

• y = ax^2 + bx + c

• y = mx + b

In the equation y = 4x + 9, what is the slope?

• y

• x

• 4

• 9

For the equation y = 2/3x - 7, what is the y-intercept?

• 2/3

• x

• -7

• 7

How do you graph the equation y = 1/2x + 3?

• Start at (0, 3) and use the slope to find other points

• Start at (3, 0) and use the slope to find other points

• Start at (1/2, 0) and use the y-intercept to find other points

• Start at (0, 1/2) and use the y-intercept to find other points

What is the slope of a horizontal line?

• Positive

• Zero

• Negative

• Undefined

In the equation y = -3, what type of line is represented?

• Horizontal line

• Vertical line

• Diagonal line

• Curved line

How do you graph the equation y = 5x - 3?

• Start at (-3, 0) and use the y-intercept to find other points

• Start at (0, 5) and use the slope to find other points

• Start at (5, 0) and use the y-intercept to find other points

• Start at (0, -3) and use the slope to find other points

What is the slope of the line represented by the equation x = 2?

• Undefined

• Negative

• Zero

• Positive

In the equation y = 2/3x - 1, what is the first step to graphing it?

• Plot the point (-1, 0)

• Plot the point (0, -1)

• Plot the point (0, 2/3)

• Plot the point (2/3, 0)

What is the y-intercept of the equation y = x?

• Undefined

• x

• 0

• 1