Write the equation in slope-intercept form (if possible) and graph the line.

Part:

To convert the equation into slope-intercept form, simply isolate . Rearranging gives us . Now you can see the slope is 1 and the y-intercept is 0, which means the line crosses the origin.

To graph this line, start at the point (0, 0) on the Cartesian plane. From there, apply the slope: for every unit you move right (positive direction), move up one unit. Draw a straight line through these points, extending it in both directions. Voilà! You’ve got your line beautifully graphed!

Now, let’s make sure you remember: always double-check if your final equation is indeed in the format , especially when rearranging equations. It’s a common pitfall to forget to isolate the variable correctly or mix up your signs. Practice makes perfect!