Interpreting Linear Graphs

A worksheet for 8th graders to practice interpreting linear graphs, including slope, intercepts, and relationships.

Grade 8 Math Data and GraphingInterpreting Linear Graphs

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2 Short AnswerMultiple ChoiceFill in the BlanksTrue / False

Standards

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.B.4CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.F.A.3

Topics

mathgrade 8linear graphsslopeintercepts

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Read each question carefully and use the provided graphs to answer. Show your work where necessary.

The graph below shows the distance a car travels over time. Use the graph to answer the following questions.

1. What does the y-intercept represent in this graph?

2. Calculate the slope of the line. What does this slope represent in the context of the problem?

3. Which of the following graphs represents a linear relationship with a negative slope?

4. The point where a linear graph crosses the y-axis is called the .

5. A line with a positive slope goes from left to right.

6. A horizontal line has an undefined slope.

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7. A bicycle rental company charges a flat fee of $5 plus $2 per hour. Sketch a graph representing the cost of renting a bicycle.

8. From your graph, what would be the cost of renting a bicycle for 3 hours?