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1.3 Linear Equations in Two Variables - Intercepts and slope applications
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  • Moving from left to right:
    • The curve passes from quadrant 2 to quadrant 1.
    • In quadrant 2, the curve trends up gradually to point (0 comma 8).
    • In quadrant 1, the curve trends up sharply.
  • The curve passes through the following points:
    • (0 comma 8)
    • (1 comma 9)

What is the y-intercept of the graph shown?

A.

0,6

B.

0,8

C.

-8,0

D.

-6,0

Moving from left to right: The curve passes from quadrant 2 to quadrant 1. In quadrant

Medium-difficulty · SAT Math · Linear Equations in Two Variables — Intercepts and slope applications. Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.

Answer explanation

Choice D is correct. The y-intercept of a graph in the xy-plane is the point at which the graph crosses the y-axis. The graph shown crosses the y-axis at the point 0,8. Therefore, the y-intercept of the graph shown is 0,8.

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.