Straight Line Graphs Flashcards
Know the key words and meanings by heart.
What is the “Gradient”?
The steepness of a line.
What is the “Intercept”?
Where 2 lines cross.
What does it mean when 2 lines are “Parallel”?
2 lines that will ever meet that have the same gradient
What are “Co-Ordinates”?
A set of values that show the exact position on a graph
What does “Linear” mean?
It describes a straight line on a graph.
What is an “Asymptote”?
A curved line that is heading towards infinity.
What does “Reciprocal” mean?
A number you would have to multiply to get the answer 1.
What does “Perpendicular” mean?
2 lines that meet at a right angle.
What are “Intersection Points”?
2 opposite lines on a graph that cross over.
What is “Direct Proportion”?
Two quantities are said to be directly proportional if, as one doubles, the other doubles as well.
What is “Indirect Proportion”?
As one quantity increases the other decreases instead of increasing
