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ttpp1124
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- Homework Statement
- I have my answer in an equation, but since it asks for a point, should I simply leave it as b=1.386?
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Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around determining a specific point on a given curve, with participants exploring the format of the answer and the interpretation of coordinates in relation to the problem statement.
Discussion Character
- Conceptual clarification, Problem interpretation
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants are questioning how to express their answers as points with two coordinates, discussing whether to present their findings in the form of (x, y). There is also a mention of rewriting equations to clarify the slope and intercepts.
Discussion Status
The conversation includes attempts to clarify the format of the answer and some participants are providing insights on rewriting equations. However, there appears to be some confusion regarding the equivalence of different forms of equations.
Contextual Notes
There is a mention of a potential mistake in the interpretation of an equation, which may affect the understanding of the problem setup. The discussion also reflects on the need for clarity in expressing answers as points.
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Mark44
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A point (in the context of this problem) has two coordinates, so the answer should be in the form of (x, y).ttpp1124 said:
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ttpp1124
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So I'd leave my final answer as (0.693,2.772)?Mark44 said:
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Mark44
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You have a mistake right off the bat. 2x + y = 5 is not equivalent to y = 2x + 5.ttpp1124 said:
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benorin
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Instead of solving for the intercepts of the line and doing the slope formula, just rewrite the equation of the line in the form ##y=mx+b## then the coefficient ##m## of ##x## is the slope.
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