Montanea H.

asked • 12/26/17

what is the slope intercept form for these given numbers , x=6,8,10,12 y=-7,-6,-5,-4

find the slope intercept form for the given graph
x=6,8,10,12
y=-7,-6,-5.-4
 

2 Answers By Expert Tutors

By:

David W. answered • 12/26/17

Tutor
4.7 (90)

Experienced Prof

Michael J.

Be careful with the statement "Two points determine a line."  There are more than two points here. 
Report

12/26/17

David W.

Two points determine a line.
 
Since all of the points given in this problem are on the same line, any two of these points may be used to determine the equation of the line.
 
Corollary:  If the given points are on the same line, then the equations of the lines determined by using any two of these points will be the same.
Report

12/26/17

Michael J. answered • 12/26/17

Tutor
5 (5)

Effective High School STEM Tutor & CUNY Math Peer Leader

Michael J.

I need to make a correction here, the equation should be
 
y = (1/2)(x - 6) - 7
 
y = (1/2)x - 3 - 7
 
y = (1/2)x - 10
 
 
Next time, please don't downvote an answer because of a minor error.  It is the process that matters.
Report

12/26/17

David W.

It is a better process to use the given points to verify the solution equation.      [good -- like using a spelling checker !]
Report

12/26/17

Michael J.

Your "egoless programming" went out the window.
Report

12/26/17

Still looking for help? Get the right answer, fast.

Ask a question for free

Get a free answer to a quick problem.
Most questions answered within 4 hours.

OR

Find an Online Tutor Now

Choose an expert and meet online. No packages or subscriptions, pay only for the time you need.