Point Slope Intercept Form Calculator

Point Slope to Slope Intercept Form:

\[ y = m x + (y_1 - m x_1) \]

Slope (m):

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X-coordinate of Point (x₁):

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Y-coordinate of Point (y₁):

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Slope-Intercept Form:

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1. What Is The Point Slope Intercept Form?

The point slope to slope intercept form conversion transforms the equation from point-slope form (y - y₁ = m(x - x₁)) to slope-intercept form (y = mx + b). This conversion makes it easier to identify the slope and y-intercept of a linear equation.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

\[ y = m x + (y_1 - m x_1) \]

Where:

\( m \) — Slope of the line (unitless)
\( x_1 \) — X-coordinate of the known point (unitless)
\( y_1 \) — Y-coordinate of the known point (unitless)
\( b = y_1 - m x_1 \) — Y-intercept of the line (unitless)

Explanation: The formula rearranges the point-slope form to solve for y, resulting in the slope-intercept form that clearly shows both the slope and y-intercept.

3. Importance Of Slope-Intercept Form

Details: The slope-intercept form (y = mx + b) is particularly useful for quickly identifying the slope and y-intercept of a linear equation, making it easier to graph linear functions and understand their behavior.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter the slope value (m), and the coordinates of a point on the line (x₁, y₁). The calculator will automatically compute and display the equation in slope-intercept form.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the difference between point-slope and slope-intercept form?
A: Point-slope form requires a point and slope, while slope-intercept form explicitly shows both the slope and y-intercept of the line.

Q2: When should I use slope-intercept form?
A: Use slope-intercept form when you need to quickly identify the slope and y-intercept, or when graphing linear equations.

Q3: Can any point on the line be used for this conversion?
A: Yes, any point that lies on the line can be used with the slope to convert to slope-intercept form.

Q4: What if the slope is zero?
A: If the slope is zero, the line is horizontal and the equation becomes y = b (where b is the y-intercept).

Q5: What if the line is vertical?
A: Vertical lines cannot be expressed in slope-intercept form since they have undefined slope. They are represented as x = constant.