Equations and Lines

Worksheet Description

This worksheet presents an exercise in matching linear equations to their graphical representations on a coordinate grid. Each question provides one linear equation and four different line graphs on coordinate planes. Students must determine which graph corresponds to the given equation by assessing the slope and y-intercept depicted in each graph. The worksheet includes four problems, each with a distinct linear equation and four graph choices.

The worksheet aims to teach students how to visualize the graph of a linear equation. It reinforces the concept of slope and y-intercept, crucial aspects of the equation of a line. Students learn to interpret the equation’s coefficients as graphical changes in the line’s direction and starting point. This task enhances their ability to transition from algebraic expressions to their graphical counterparts, a key skill in understanding algebra and functions.