the x and y intercepts (written as a point)

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Find the x and y intercepts (written as a point)
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### Linear Equation Example

5. \( y = 2x - 6 \)

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This equation represents a straight line in slope-intercept form, where \( y \) is the dependent variable, \( x \) is the independent variable, \( 2 \) is the slope of the line, and \( -6 \) is the y-intercept.
Transcribed Image Text:The image contains text and a mathematical equation. Here is the transcription as if it were to appear on an educational website: --- ### Linear Equation Example 5. \( y = 2x - 6 \) --- This equation represents a straight line in slope-intercept form, where \( y \) is the dependent variable, \( x \) is the independent variable, \( 2 \) is the slope of the line, and \( -6 \) is the y-intercept.
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