Algebra II: Intercepts
A Grade 12 Algebra II worksheet focusing on identifying and calculating x-intercepts and y-intercepts from various forms of equations and graphs.
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Algebra II: Intercepts
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. Show all your work for full credit.
For each graph below, identify the x-intercept(s) and y-intercept(s).
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x-intercept(s):
y-intercept(s):
Calculate the x-intercept and y-intercept for each equation. Show your work.
1. 2x + 3y = 12
x-intercept:
y-intercept:
2. y = -4x + 8
x-intercept:
y-intercept:
1. Which of the following equations has an x-intercept at (5, 0)?
y = 5x + 1
y = x - 5
y = -5x + 5
y = 2x + 10
A hot air balloon is descending at a constant rate. Its height (h) in feet above the ground after t minutes is given by the equation h = 1200 - 50t.
1. What does the h-intercept represent in this context?
2. What does the t-intercept represent in this context?