4.2: Linear relations

Linear relation: A relationship between the independent and dependent variable. Represented as a straight line on a graph.

Rate of Change: A rate that describes how one quantity changes in relation to the other quantity

Variable: A letter that represents a quantity that can change

Operations: addition , subtraction, multiplication, division, exponents

Expression: A mathematical statement that that involves, numbers, variables, and/or operations. It DOES NOT contain an equal sign.

eg. 4x-7

Equation: A mathematical statement where 2 expressions are equal. It DOES contain an equal sign.

eg. 3x=9

Common Equation used in Linear Relations: y=mx=b

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