Example 4
Write an equation for the line that passes through R (1, -1) and is:
2
a) parallel to the line
y
x
5
3
2
b) perpendicular to the line
y
x
5
3
X and Y Intercepts
The x intercept is where the function crosses the ____ axis. When we find the x
intercept we need to substitute ____ in for _____
The y intercept is where the function crosses the ____ axis. When we find the y
intercept we need to substitute ____ in for _____