Pre-Algebra Examples

$\frac{x}{5} = - \frac{3}{5}$

Step 1

Since the expression on each side of the equation has the same denominator, the numerators must be equal.

$x = - 3$

Step 2

Since $x = - 3$ is a vertical line, there is no y-intercept and the slope is undefined.

Slope: Undefined

y-intercept: No y-intercept

Step 3

Find two points on the line.

$\begin{array}{c} x & y \\ - 3 & 0 \\ - 3 & 1 \end{array}$

Step 4

Graph the line using the slope, y-intercept, and two points.

Slope: Undefined

y-intercept: No y-intercept

$\begin{array}{c} x & y \\ - 3 & 0 \\ - 3 & 1 \end{array}$

Step 5