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![### Graph the Line 3y - x = -6
Use the provided graph to plot the line described by the equation 3y - x = -6. Below is an explanation on how we can approach graphing this equation:
1. **Transform the Equation**:
Rearrange the equation into slope-intercept form (y = mx + b), where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
\[
3y - x = -6 \\
\Rightarrow 3y = x - 6 \\
\Rightarrow y = \frac{1}{3}x - 2
\]
Here, the slope (m) is \( \frac{1}{3} \) and the y-intercept (b) is -2.
2. **Plot the Y-Intercept**:
Start by plotting the y-intercept on the graph. Here, the y-intercept is at (0, -2). Mark this point on the vertical axis.
3. **Use the Slope to Find Another Point**:
The slope of \( \frac{1}{3} \) means that for every 1 unit we move horizontally to the right, we move up by \( \frac{1}{3} \) units.
From the point (0, -2), move 3 units to the right and 1 unit up to find another point on the line, which is (3, -1).
4. **Draw the Line**:
Using a ruler or a straight-edge tool, draw a line through the points (0, -2) and (3, -1) extending it in both directions.
### Graph Description:
The graph displays a standard coordinate plane with x and y axes ranging from -5 to 5.
- The horizontal axis (x-axis) is labeled from -5 to 5.
- The vertical axis (y-axis) is labeled from -5 to 5.
### Tool Instructions:
At the bottom of the graph interface, there are multiple tool options:
- Line tool: Select to draw straight lines.
- Parabola tool: Select to draw parabola shapes.
- Angle tool: Select to draw angles.
- Circle tool: Select to draw circles.
- Clear All button: Use to clear the graph and start over.
Ensure you use the straight line tool to plot the line \( y = \frac{1](https://content.bartleby.com/qna-images/question/cebbde0b-56df-456f-b45f-057baf1d3a0f/b0b743c9-5893-45cd-986c-1329bc13b252/m9drlc_thumbnail.png)
Transcribed Image Text:### Graph the Line 3y - x = -6
Use the provided graph to plot the line described by the equation 3y - x = -6. Below is an explanation on how we can approach graphing this equation:
1. **Transform the Equation**:
Rearrange the equation into slope-intercept form (y = mx + b), where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
\[
3y - x = -6 \\
\Rightarrow 3y = x - 6 \\
\Rightarrow y = \frac{1}{3}x - 2
\]
Here, the slope (m) is \( \frac{1}{3} \) and the y-intercept (b) is -2.
2. **Plot the Y-Intercept**:
Start by plotting the y-intercept on the graph. Here, the y-intercept is at (0, -2). Mark this point on the vertical axis.
3. **Use the Slope to Find Another Point**:
The slope of \( \frac{1}{3} \) means that for every 1 unit we move horizontally to the right, we move up by \( \frac{1}{3} \) units.
From the point (0, -2), move 3 units to the right and 1 unit up to find another point on the line, which is (3, -1).
4. **Draw the Line**:
Using a ruler or a straight-edge tool, draw a line through the points (0, -2) and (3, -1) extending it in both directions.
### Graph Description:
The graph displays a standard coordinate plane with x and y axes ranging from -5 to 5.
- The horizontal axis (x-axis) is labeled from -5 to 5.
- The vertical axis (y-axis) is labeled from -5 to 5.
### Tool Instructions:
At the bottom of the graph interface, there are multiple tool options:
- Line tool: Select to draw straight lines.
- Parabola tool: Select to draw parabola shapes.
- Angle tool: Select to draw angles.
- Circle tool: Select to draw circles.
- Clear All button: Use to clear the graph and start over.
Ensure you use the straight line tool to plot the line \( y = \frac{1
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