MINI LESSON

Graphing Linear Functions

A line can be graphed using two points or by using slope and intercept.

The \(y\)-intercept is the point where the line crosses the \(y\)-axis.

If two points are known, the slope can be found using \(\frac{y_2-y_1}{x_2-x_1}\).

Once the slope is known, substitute a point to find the equation or intercept.

Question 1

What is the \(y\)-intercept of the line that passes through the points \((-1,5)\) and \((2,-1)\)?