Understanding Standard Form of a Line
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A line can be written in standard form $Ax + By = C$, where A and B are not both zero. This form makes it easy to see how the line intercepts the axes: set y = 0 to find the x-intercept (C/A) and x = 0 to find the y-intercept (C/B).
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Quick Quiz
Single Choice Quiz
Beginner
Which of the following is a standard form equation for a non-horizontal, non-vertical line (with both A and B non-zero)?
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Real-World Problem
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Intermediate
Teenager Scenario
Alex has a budget of $12 to spend on x notebooks and y pens. Each notebook costs $3 and each pen costs $4. Write the equation representing this budget.
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Thinking Challenge
Thinking Exercise
Intermediate
Think About This
Given the equation $x + 2y = 3$, determine another equation that represents the same line.
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Challenge Quiz
Single Choice Quiz
Advanced
Which equation does NOT represent the same line as $x + 2y = 3$?
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