How Do You Graph Linear Equations In Standard Form?
If you take a high school or college algebra class, you may have to graph linear equations in standard form. You also may need to perform this task if you work in certain career fields, such as science or engineering. The standard form of a linear equation is Ax + By = C and can be graphed in by following a relatively simple process. Begin to convert the equation from standard form to slope form. Do this by placing the Y part of the equation on the left side of the equal mark and the other two values on the right side. Remember to change the positive or negative quality if a value moves across the equal mark. For instance, -4X + 2Y = 10 would be changed to 2Y = 4X + 10. Solve for Y if necessary. That is, if there is a number besides the Y, divide the equation by that number. For instance, 2Y = 4X + 10 would become Y = 2X + 5 Plot the number that corresponds to the Y axis. This will be the number that is not beside the X. Therefore, in this example, you would place a point at the number
