2nd QTR Week 2 Module 3 Linear Equations in Two Variables (Part 2)

St. Bridget School, Q.C.
HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

Mathematics 8
S.Y. 2021 - 2022
MODULETITLE:LINEAREQUATIONSINTWOVARIABLES
What is the module about?

This module will help you recognize how two quantities linearly interact with each other. In particular, this module
will help you answer the question: “How can the value of a quantity given the rate of change be predicted?”
This module contains the following lessons:

 Lesson 1: Rectangular Coordinate System
 Lesson 2: Linear Equations in Two Variables
 Lesson 3: Graphs of Linear Equations in Two Variables
 Lesson 4: Equation of a Line
 Lesson 5: Relations and Functions
W E E K 2 : O C T O B E R 11 - 15
Lesson 3.2: Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables Using Intercepts Method
✓ graph linear equations using the intercepts method
 EXPLORE
Let’s Recall!
Observe the graphs below:
QUESTIONS TO PONDER:
 What can you say about the locations of the points used to construct the graphs?
 Where are they located?
 FIRM-UP
Key Concepts
Intercepts
✓ 𝒙 intercept: the value of 𝑥 when 𝑦 = 0
✓ 𝒚 intercept: the value of 𝑦 when 𝑥 = 0
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The Intercepts Method
Locate the 𝑥 intercept by letting 𝑦 = 0.
Locate the 𝑦 intercept by letting 𝑥 = 0.
Plot the points then draw a straight line through the points
Illustrative Examples
Graph the following linear equations in two variables using point-plotting method.
1. 𝟑𝒙− 𝟒𝒚 = −𝟏𝟐
Solutions:
a. Find the 𝑥 and 𝑦 intercepts
Let 𝑦 = 0 Let 𝑥 = 0
3𝑥 − 4𝑦 = −12 3𝑥 − 4𝑦 = −12
3𝑥 − 4(0) = −12 3(0) − 4𝑦 = −12
3𝑥 = −12 −4𝑦 = −12
𝑥 = −4 𝑦=3
(−𝟒, 𝟎) (𝟎, 𝟑)
b. Plot the points then draw a straight line through the points
2. 𝟐𝒙− 𝟕𝒚 = 𝟏𝟒
Solutions:
2𝑥 − 7𝑦 = 14 2𝑥 − 7𝑦 = 14
2𝑥 − 7(0) = 14 2(0) − 7𝑦 = 14
2𝑥 = 14 −7𝑦 = 14
𝑥=7 𝑦 = −2
(𝟕, 𝟎) (𝟎, −𝟐)
3. 𝟐𝒙+ 𝒚 = −𝟕
Solutions:
2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −7 2(0) + 𝑦 = −7
2𝑥 + (0) = −7 𝑦 = −7
2𝑥 = −7
7
𝑥=−
2
(𝟕, 𝟎) (𝟎, −𝟕)
 DEEPEN
Let’s Practice!
Graph the following linear equations in two variables using intercepts method.
1. 3𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3
2. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 6
3. 𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 9
4. 4𝑥 + 𝑦 = 2
 CLOSURE
THINK ABOUT THIS…

What do you think is/are advantage/s of using the intercepts method?
How about its disadvantage/s?
Lesson 3.3.1: Slope of a Line
✓ illustrate slope of a line; and
✓ find the slope of a line given:
➢ two points, or
➢ graph.
 EXPLORE
Let’s Recall!
Observe the triangles below:
 If these triangles are mountains, arrange them from flattest to steepest.
 What does steepness mean?
 What are terms associated to steepness?
 FIRM-UP
Key Concepts
Slope
Slope (𝑚) is the 'steepness' of a line. It is also commonly known as rise over run.
Slope of a Line
The slope of a line is given by
𝑟𝑢𝑛
If the coordinates of two points on a line are (𝑋1, 𝑌1) and (𝑋2, 𝑌2), the slope can be determined by
𝑦2 − 𝑦1
𝑥2 − 𝑥1
A. Find the slope of the given line.
1. Solutions:
a. count the rise, or the vertical distance between the two points
Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟔 since

the points are 6 units
apart vertically.
It is positive since the

direction is upwards
b. count the run, or the horizontal distance between the two points
Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟑 since the

points are 3 units apart
horizontally.

direction is to the right.
c. therefore, the slope is

6
𝑚= =𝟐
3
2. Solutions:
Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟒 since

apart vertically.

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = −𝟑 since

apart horizontally.
It is ngeative since the

direction is to the left.

4 𝟒
𝑚= =−
−3 𝟑
3. Solutions:
Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟎 since

there is no vertical
distance between the
two points.
Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟓 since the

points are 𝟓 units apart
horizontally.

direction is to the right

0
=𝟎 𝑚=
5
4. Solutions:
Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟓 since

apart vertically.

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟎 since

there is no vertical
distance between the
two points.

5
𝑚= = 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒅
0
 How would you describe the slope if the graph:
➢ increases from left to right?
➢ decreases from left to right?
➢ is a horizontal line?
➢ is a vertical line?
B. Find the slope of the line that passes through the following points:
1. (𝟒, 𝟓) and (𝟐, 𝟏)
Solutions:
1 −5 −4
𝑚= = =𝟐
2 −4 −2
2. (−𝟑, 𝟒) and (𝟏, −𝟐)
Solutions:
−2 − 4 −6 −𝟑
𝑚= = =
1 − (−3) 4 𝟐
3. (−𝟐, 𝟑) and (𝟑, 𝟑)
Solutions:
3−3 0
𝑚= = =𝟎
3 − (−2) 5
4. (𝟐, −𝟐) and (𝟐, 𝟑)
Solutions:
3 − (−2) 5
𝑚= = = 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒅
2−2 0
 DEEPEN
Let’s Practice!
A. Describe the slope of each line in the Cartesian Plane on the right
B. Find the slopes of the following

1. (4, 5), (11, 9)
2. (−1, − 2), (7, 1)
3. (0, 5), (0, − 5)
4. 5. 6.
 CLOSURE
THINK ABOUT THIS…

What do you think is/are advantage/s of using the intercepts method?
Lesson 3.3.2: Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables Using Slope-Intercept Method
✓ derive the slope-intercept of the equation of the line
✓ graph linear equations using the slope-intercept method
 EXPLORE
Let’s Recall!
Observe the graphs on the right and answer the following
1. What are the distinct points on the line?
2. Using these points, write the slope of the line then simplify.
3. Multiply both sides by 𝑥.
4. Rewrite the equation such that only 𝑦 is left on the left side.
 Observe the arrangement of the terms in the equation that you came up. What can you say about it?
 FIRM-UP
Key Concepts
Slope – Intercept of the Equation of a Line
The Slope – Intercept Method

1. Write the equation in its slope-intercept form.
2. From the new equation, identify the slope and the y-intercept.
3. Plot the y-intercept.
4. From the y-intercept, use the slope to find another point.
5. Draw a straight line through the y-intercept and the other point.
Graph the following linear equations in two variables using slope-intercept method.
1. 𝟓𝒙 + 𝟑𝒚 = 𝟏𝟐
Solutions:
a. Write the equation in its slope-intercept form.
5𝑥 + 3𝑦 = 12
3𝑦 = −5𝑥 + 12
3𝑦 5𝑥 12
=− +
3 3 3
𝟓
𝒚=− 𝒙+𝟒
𝟑
b. From the new equation, identify the slope and the y-intercept
5
𝑦=− 𝑥+4
3
𝟓
𝒎 =− 𝒃 = 𝟒, (𝟎, 𝟒)
𝟑
c. Plot the y-intercept
d. From the y-intercept, use the slope to find another point.
From (𝟎, 𝟒), move 𝟓 units

downward since 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = −𝟓.
Then move 𝟑 units to the

right since 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟑.
e. Draw a straight line through the y-intercept and the other point.
2. 𝒙 + 𝟕𝒚 = 𝟏𝟒
Solutions:
𝑥 + 7𝑦 = 14 7𝑦
= −𝑥 + 14
7𝑦 𝑥 14
=− +
7 7 7
𝟏
𝒚=− 𝒙+𝟐
𝟕
1
𝑦=− 𝑥+2
7
𝟏
𝒎 =− 𝒃 = 𝟐, (𝟎, 𝟐)
𝟕
From (𝟎, 𝟐), move 𝟏 unit

downward since 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = −𝟏.
Then move 𝟕 units to the

right since 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟕.
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3. 𝟔𝒙− 𝒚 = 𝟒
Solutions:
6𝑥 − 𝑦 = 4
−𝑦 = −6𝑥 + 4
−𝑦 −6𝑥 4
= +
−1 −1 −1
𝒚 = 𝟔𝒙 − 𝟒
𝑦 = 6𝑥 − 4
𝟔
𝒎= 𝟔 = 𝒃 = −𝟒, (𝟎, −𝟒)
𝟏
From (𝟎, −𝟒), move 𝟔 units

downward since 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 =𝟔.
Then move 𝟏 unit to the

right since 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟏.
 DEEPEN
Let’s Practice!
Graph the following linear equations in two variables using slope-intercept method.
1. 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 2
2. 3𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3
3. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 6
 CLOSURE
THINK ABOUT THIS…

What do you think is/are advantage/s of using the slope-intercept method?
 INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
WEBLINK
Log in to Google Classroom to download ES 2.2 from our class drive.
URL: https://classroom.google.com/
REFERENCES
Department of Education. (2015). Mathematics – Grade 8 Learner’s Module. Pasig City. Department of Education [Digital
Copy]
Math LibreText.Org. (2020). Use the Rectangular Coordinate System (Part 1). Retrieved from https://math.libretexts.org/
Nivera, G. (2015). Grade 8 Mathematics: Patterns and practicalities. Makati City. Salesiana Books by Don Bosco Press,
Inc.
ANSWER KEY (For Self-Check)

Lesson 3.1: Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables using Intercepts Method
1. 3𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3
2. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 6
3. 𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 9
4. 4𝑥 + 𝑦 = 2
Lesson 3.3.1: Slope of a Line
A. Describe the slope of each line in the Cartesian Plane on the right
1. Line 𝑝 has a positive slope
2. Line 𝑞 has a zero slope
3. Line 𝑟 has a negative slope
4. Line 𝑠 has an undefined slope
B. Find the slopes of the following

4
1.
7
3
2.
8
3. 0
4. 2
1
5. −
5
4
6. −
3
Lesson 3.3.2: Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables using Slope-Intercept Method
1. 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 2
2. 3𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3
3. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 6
Consultation time: Tuesday 1:00 – 2:00

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St. Bridget School, Q.C.

HIGH SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

What is the module about?

This module contains the following lessons:

(𝟕, 𝟎) (𝟎, −𝟐)

(𝟕, 𝟎) (𝟎, −𝟕)

THINK ABOUT THIS…

Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟔 since

It is positive since the

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟑 since the

It is positive since the

c. therefore, the slope is

Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟒 since

It is positive since the

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = −𝟑 since

It is ngeative since the

c. therefore, the slope is

Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟎 since

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟓 since the

It is positive since the

c. therefore, the slope is

Thus, 𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒆 = 𝟓 since

It is positive since the

Thus, 𝒓𝒖𝒏 = 𝟎 since

c. therefore, the slope is

B. Find the slopes of the following

THINK ABOUT THIS…

3. Multiply both sides by 𝑥.

Slope – Intercept of the Equation of a Line

The Slope – Intercept Method

c. Plot the y-intercept

d. From the y-intercept, use the slope to find another point.

From (𝟎, 𝟒), move 𝟓 units

Then move 𝟑 units to the

c. Plot the y-intercept

d. From the y-intercept, use the slope to find another point.

From (𝟎, 𝟐), move 𝟏 unit

Then move 𝟕 units to the

c. Plot the y-intercept

d. From the y-intercept, use the slope to find another point.

From (𝟎, −𝟒), move 𝟔 units

Then move 𝟏 unit to the

THINK ABOUT THIS…

ANSWER KEY (For Self-Check)

B. Find the slopes of the following

Consultation time: Tuesday 1:00 – 2:00

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