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Why is it recommended to use three points instead of just two when graphing a linear equation using a table of values?
Why is it recommended to use three points instead of just two when graphing a linear equation using a table of values?
- Using three points helps to ensure accuracy and identify potential calculation errors. (correct)
- Three points are needed to determine the y-intercept of the line.
- Using three points makes the calculations more complex and accurate.
- Three points are required to define a unique line in a two-dimensional plane.
What is a crucial characteristic of the y-intercept of a line?
What is a crucial characteristic of the y-intercept of a line?
- The y-intercept is the point where y = 0.
- The y-intercept is the point where x = 1.
- The y-intercept is the point where the line crosses the x-axis.
- The y-intercept is the point where x = 0. (correct)
Given the equation $y = 5x - 8$, if a different individual chose x values of 3, 4, and 5 to create their table, how would their resulting line compare to the one generated using the points (0, -8), (1, -3), and (2, 2)?
Given the equation $y = 5x - 8$, if a different individual chose x values of 3, 4, and 5 to create their table, how would their resulting line compare to the one generated using the points (0, -8), (1, -3), and (2, 2)?
- The new line would be identical, as all points fall on the same line. (correct)
- The new line would be shorter, stopping at x = 5.
- The new line would be parallel but shifted vertically.
- The new line would be steeper due to the larger x values.
In the equation $y = 5x - 8$, what does the number -8 represent in the context of graphing the line?
In the equation $y = 5x - 8$, what does the number -8 represent in the context of graphing the line?
Why do we typically choose simple x values like 0, 1, and 2 when creating a table to graph a linear equation?
Why do we typically choose simple x values like 0, 1, and 2 when creating a table to graph a linear equation?
If a line is extended to infinity, what notation is used on a graphed line?
If a line is extended to infinity, what notation is used on a graphed line?
How would you calculate the y-coordinate of a point on the line defined by the equation $y = 5x - 8$ if you chose $x = 4$?
How would you calculate the y-coordinate of a point on the line defined by the equation $y = 5x - 8$ if you chose $x = 4$?
What does it mean if a plotted point does NOT fall on the line that you have graphed?
What does it mean if a plotted point does NOT fall on the line that you have graphed?
Which of the following methods is most accurate way to graph a line?
Which of the following methods is most accurate way to graph a line?
If you are given a graph of a line, how can you determine the y-intercept?
If you are given a graph of a line, how can you determine the y-intercept?
Flashcards
Graphing using Tables
Graphing using Tables
A method to graph equations by selecting x values, calculating corresponding y values, and plotting the resulting coordinate points.
Selecting x Values
Selecting x Values
Arbitrary values selected for 'x' in an equation to find corresponding 'y' values for graphing.
Y-Intercept
Y-Intercept
The point where a line intersects the y-axis on a graph, occurring when x = 0.
Accuracy in Graphing
Accuracy in Graphing
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Coordinate points
Coordinate points
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Study Notes
Graphing using Tables
- Use a table with x and y values to graph the equation y = 5x - 8.
- While two points define a line, using three ensures accuracy.
- To calculate y, select arbitrary x values.
- Any x values can be chosen, the same line is produced if calculations are correct.
- Simpler x values (e.g., 0, 1, 2) simplify calculations.
Calculating Points
- x = 0: y = 5(0) - 8, simplifying to y = -8.
- x = 1: y = 5(1) - 8, simplifying to y = -3.
- x = 2: y = 5(2) - 8, simplifying to y = 2.
Coordinate Points
- Calculated points are (0, -8), (1, -3), and (2, 2).
- When x is zero, y is negative eight.
- When x is one, y is negative three.
- When x is two, y is two.
- Using different x values will still result in points on the same line.
- Plotted line extends to infinity, shown by arrows on both ends.
Y-Intercept
- In this case, the Y intercept is (0, -8).
- The X intercept has to be zero every time a line crosses the Y axis.
- The y-intercept is the point where the line intersects the y-axis (x = 0).
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