2.2 Linear Equations Flashcards
1
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Linear function
A
A function whose graph is a line
2
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Linear Equation
A
Linear functions can be represented by these.
3
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y-intercept
A
The point at which the line crosses the y-axis
4
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x-intercept
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The point at which the line crosses the x- axis
5
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Slope
A
Of non-vertical line is the ratio of the vertical change to a corresponding horizontal change
6
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Point slope form
A
When you know the slope and point of a line, you use this to write the equation of a line
7
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Slope-intercept form
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You can use to find slope by examining the equation
