Use the slope and y-intercept to graph the line whose equation is given. y = - x-1 Use the graphing tool to graph the line. Use the slope and y-intercept when drawing the line. Click to enlarge graph

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**Equation and Graphing Exercise**

**Objective:** Utilize the slope and y-intercept to graph a line based on the given linear equation.

**Problem Statement:**

Use the slope and y-intercept to graph the line whose equation is given:
\[ y = \frac{5}{8}x - 1 \]

**Instructions:**

1. **Graphing Tool:** 
   - Use the graphing tool to plot the line. Click on the “Click to enlarge graph” button to open the graphing interface.

2. **Slope and Y-intercept:**
   - Identify the slope \( m \) and y-intercept \( b \) from the equation \( y = mx + b \).
   - For the given equation \( y = \frac{5}{8}x - 1 \):
     - Slope \( m = \frac{5}{8} \)
     - Y-intercept \( b = -1 \)

3. **Plotting the Line:**
   - Begin by plotting the y-intercept (0, -1) on the graph.
   - Use the slope \( \frac{5}{8} \), which means rise over run, to plot the next point. From the y-intercept, move up 5 units and right 8 units.

4. **Graph Description:**
   - The graph interface shows a coordinate plane with the x-axis and y-axis each ranging from -10 to 10. The tick marks are spaced evenly, and the units are clearly labeled.

**Graphing Instructions:**

- Click on the graph, choose a tool in the palette, and follow the instructions to create your graph. Ensure to utilize the given slope and y-intercept correctly.

**Feedback Section:**

- Once you've graphed the line, compare your graph with the expected outcome to confirm accuracy. Adjust if necessary based on the slope and y-intercept.

**Note:**

- Double-check your points and ensure you are correctly applying the slope to plot additional points along the line.

This exercise enhances your understanding of plotting linear equations and utilizing slope and y-intercept to visualize the graph correctly.
Transcribed Image Text:**Equation and Graphing Exercise** **Objective:** Utilize the slope and y-intercept to graph a line based on the given linear equation. **Problem Statement:** Use the slope and y-intercept to graph the line whose equation is given: \[ y = \frac{5}{8}x - 1 \] **Instructions:** 1. **Graphing Tool:** - Use the graphing tool to plot the line. Click on the “Click to enlarge graph” button to open the graphing interface. 2. **Slope and Y-intercept:** - Identify the slope \( m \) and y-intercept \( b \) from the equation \( y = mx + b \). - For the given equation \( y = \frac{5}{8}x - 1 \): - Slope \( m = \frac{5}{8} \) - Y-intercept \( b = -1 \) 3. **Plotting the Line:** - Begin by plotting the y-intercept (0, -1) on the graph. - Use the slope \( \frac{5}{8} \), which means rise over run, to plot the next point. From the y-intercept, move up 5 units and right 8 units. 4. **Graph Description:** - The graph interface shows a coordinate plane with the x-axis and y-axis each ranging from -10 to 10. The tick marks are spaced evenly, and the units are clearly labeled. **Graphing Instructions:** - Click on the graph, choose a tool in the palette, and follow the instructions to create your graph. Ensure to utilize the given slope and y-intercept correctly. **Feedback Section:** - Once you've graphed the line, compare your graph with the expected outcome to confirm accuracy. Adjust if necessary based on the slope and y-intercept. **Note:** - Double-check your points and ensure you are correctly applying the slope to plot additional points along the line. This exercise enhances your understanding of plotting linear equations and utilizing slope and y-intercept to visualize the graph correctly.
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