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Graphing Using Intercepts
To graph the equation using the intercept method:
Step 1 — Calculate the intercepts. Set to find the x-intercept: , meaning , yielding (4, 0). Set to find the y-intercept: , resulting in and , yielding . Step 2 — Find a third solution point. Choose an arbitrary value, such as . Substitute this into the equation: , which simplifies to and . This produces the check point . Step 3 — Plot and check. Plot the three ordered pairs (4, 0), , and on a rectangular coordinate system and confirm they are collinear. Step 4 — Draw the line. Connect the verification points together into a single, extended straight line.
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Graphing Using Intercepts
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Graphing Using Intercepts
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Graphing Using Intercepts
Graphing Using Intercepts
Graphing Using Intercepts
Graphing Using Intercepts
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