This math topic focuses on developing skills in identifying linear equations based on their graphical representations. Specifically, it tests the ability to select an equation that matches a given line's slope and y-intercept on a coordinate plane. Each problem presents a line and multiple potential equations, requiring the selection of the equation corresponding to the line based on its slope and y-intercept values. The challenges range in difficulty, adjusting the slope and y-intercept values to assess understanding comprehensively. This involves interpreting graphical information and applying knowledge of linear equations in slope-intercept form.

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Slope of a Line - Select Linear Equation Based on Slope and Y Intercept Worksheet

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Slope of a Line - Select Linear Equation Based on Slope and Y Intercept
1
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 5 and a slope of 0.2
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing y = 0.2x + 5
b A LaTex expression showing y = 0.7x + 3.5
c A LaTex expression showing y = -1.8x + 5
d A LaTex expression showing y = -0.8x + 5
2
An svg image showing a math problem
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 0 and a slope of 0.9
a A LaTex expression showing y = -1.6x
b A LaTex expression showing y = 2.9x
c A LaTex expression showing y = -0.9000018428593806
d A LaTex expression showing y = 0.9x
3
An svg image showing a math problem
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 0 and a slope of 0.14
a A LaTex expression showing y = 0.14x
b A LaTex expression showing y = -1.36x - 1.5
c A LaTex expression showing y = 1.14x - 1.5
d A LaTex expression showing y = -0.1428584591852718
e A LaTex expression showing y = -2.36x + 1.5
4
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 3 and a slope of 0.17
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing y = 0.17x + 3
b A LaTex expression showing y = -1.83x + 3
c A LaTex expression showing y = 2.17x + 3
d A LaTex expression showing y = -3x - 0.17
5
An svg image showing a math problem
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 0 and a slope of 0.5
a A LaTex expression showing y = 2.5x - 1.5
b A LaTex expression showing y = 1x + 1.5
c A LaTex expression showing y = -0.5x - 1.5
d A LaTex expression showing y = -0.49999999999999994
e A LaTex expression showing y = 0.5x
6
An svg image showing a math problem
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 2 and a slope of 0.17
a A LaTex expression showing y = 1.17x + 2
b A LaTex expression showing y = -1.33x + 2
c A LaTex expression showing y = -1.33x + 0.5
d A LaTex expression showing y = 1.67x + 2
e A LaTex expression showing y = 0.17x + 2
7
An svg image showing a math problem
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 0 and a slope of 0.38
a A LaTex expression showing y = 0.37x
b A LaTex expression showing y = -0.13x
c A LaTex expression showing y = -0.37499884821288704
8
Select the equation that would result in the line shown with a y-intercept of 3 and a slope of 0.5
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing y = -2x + 3
b A LaTex expression showing y = 1.5x + 4.5
c A LaTex expression showing y = -3x - 0.5
d A LaTex expression showing y = 0.5x + 3