Question 206402
There are three basic methods of graphing a straight line:


1.  Point plotting.  Select two or three values of x, find the corresponding value of y, plot the points, and connect the dots!


2.  Slope-intercept method.  Recommended for equations written in the form y=mx+b.  


3.  Two intercept method.  Recommended for equations written in the form ax+by=c.


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Dr. Robert J. Rapalje
Seminole State College
Altamonte Springs, FL  31714