Models and Relationships
Formulas
m = rise/run
y2 - y1
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x2 - x1
Used to find the equation of a line in a graph
Left side coordinate is always
the first (x1,y1) then, (x2,y2) on
the next coordinate
y = mx + b
y = mx + b is the slope intercept
form of the equation of a straight line.
b in y = mx + b shows the y intercept and the y intercept is the point where the line crosses the y axis
Tables of values
these are used to record data and
then analyze them to find a pattern
to be able to make predictions
Quadrants on a cartesian plane
They identify positive or negative
coordinates on the plane.
The quadrant numbers
goes counter clockwise
Ratios
A ratio compares values.
It says how much of one thing
there is compared to another thing.
Independent and Dependent Variables
Used to graph linear equations
Y axis is dependent on X axis
because its independent.
X and Y axis
X is always first when
naming a coordinate. (x,y)
X axis is sideways (horizontal line)
Y axis is up (vertical line)
Slope
The line is constant. Its always linear.
Describes the direction and the steepness
of the line.