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Gradient & Intercept

Revise Gradient & Intercept in Graphs for GCSE Mathematics with 10 exam-style questions and 20 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should be part of a solid GCSE revision cycle.

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1

Reading the Map of a Line

Introduction2

Gradient and Intercept Essentials

Key Facts3

Gradient and Intercepts Visualization

Diagram4

Calculating Gradient

Key Facts5

Finding Intercepts

Deep Dive6

Worked Examples

Deep Dive7

Exam Tips for Gradients and Intercepts

Exam Tips8

Special Cases

Key Facts

Sample Flashcards

What is the y-intercept?
The point where a line crosses the y-axis. Found by setting x = 0.
What is the x-intercept?
The point where a line crosses the x-axis. Found by setting y = 0.

Sample Questions

The gradient of a straight line is calculated by:

  • A. change in x ÷ change in y
  • B. change in y ÷ change in x
  • C. change in y × change in x
  • D. sum of y-values ÷ sum of x-values
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A graph shows the distance (km) travelled by a car plotted against time (hours). The line has gradient 80. What does the gradient represent in this context?

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