Chapter 1.3, Problem 142AYU

To determine

To find: Which form of the equation of a line do you prefer to use? Justify your position with an example that shows that your choice is better than another.

Answer to Problem 142AYU

I prefer the slope-intercept form of the equation of a line $y=mx+b$.

$4x-2y-5=0$

$2y=4x-5$

$y=2x-\frac{5}{2}$

From this slope intercept form we easily find slope and $y\text{-intercepts}$.

Explanation of Solution

I prefer the slope-intercept form of the equation of a line $y=mx+b$.

$4x-2y-5=0$

$2y=4x-5$

$y=2x-\frac{5}{2}$

From this slope intercept form we easily find slope and $y\text{-intercepts}$.