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Gradient and Intercepts Visualization

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This diagram covers Gradient and Intercepts Visualization within Gradient & Intercept for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Gradient & Intercept in Graphs for GCSE Mathematics with 10 exam-style questions and 20 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 3 of 9 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

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Section 3 of 9

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10 questions

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20 flashcards

Gradient and Intercepts Visualization

Y-intercept (0, -2) X-intercept (6, 0) run = 2 rise = 1 Gradient = 1/2 = 0.5 y x 0 -1 -2 1 1 2 3 6

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Gradient and Intercept EssentialsCalculating GradientReading the Map of a LineFinding Intercepts

Practice Questions for Gradient & Intercept

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?

2 markshigher

Quick Recall 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.

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