Instructional Video

Graph a Linear Equation in Slope-Intercept Form (Example 3)

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The third example's the charm. Young mathematicians watch a helpful video that shows how to graph a linear equation in slope-intercept form on a coordinate plane. The narrator works through the example y = –2x + 5 by first plotting the y-intercept and then finding additional points using the slope.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class try out the example on graph paper before watching the solution
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners must be familiar with slope
  • There are Example 1, Example 2, and Example 4 videos as separate resources, but they do not need to be viewed in any particular order
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Explains each step of the process
  • Well-paced video keeps viewers' interest
Cons
  • None
Common Core