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Point-Slope Form: Definition, Examples, & Applications

Point-Slope Form: Definition, Examples, & Applications

In the field of mathematics and algebra, understanding the point-slope form is essential. The point-slope form plays a key role in graphing lines, especially in expressing a linear equation as well as unraveling how to find the slope of a given line.

The concept of the point-slope form empowers us to apprehend and solve problems related to linear equations. In point-slope form, a linear equation (equation of straight line) is represented with bi variables (two unknowns). As has been illustrated by the name, we require the gradient (slope) and a point on the straight line in order to construct an equation in the point-slope form.

In this blog, we will address the core concept of the point-slope form. We will elaborate on its definition, formula, and significant applications as well, and we will solve some examples in order to apprehend the core concept of the point-slope form in a precise and concise way.

Defining the Point-Slope Form?

The point-slope form is an important and fundamental concept that is used to represent the equation of a straight line. The point-slope form of a line is determined using the information about the slope-intercept form and the point from which the line passes (goes) through. It is often termed as the point-slope equation.

The Formula:

The point-slope form equation is written as:

y - y₁ = m (x - x₁)

Here

·        y₁ is the y-coordinate (vertical axis) of the given point on the line.

·        x₁ is the x-coordinate (horizontal axis) of the same point.

·        m is the gradient of the line.

The point-slope form has a unique property which is its flexibility in its structure as compared to the other forms. This unique property enables you to use any point on a particular straight line to develop the point-slope form precisely and concisely.

Examples:

To apply point-slope form, identify the specific point and slope relevant to your problem. Plug these values into the formula, and you'll have an equation that describes the relationship you're analyzing. Here we’ll solve some examples to apprehend the core concept of the point-slope form.

Example 1:

Determine the point-slope form if the slope of the line is -3 / 2 and it goes through the given point (7, -5).

Solution:

Step 1: Given information

m = - 3, x = 7 and y = -5

Step 2: The general form of the point-slope form is given below:

y – y1 = m (x – x1)

Step 3: Put the values in the general form of the point-slope form of linear equations to get the required result.

y – (-5) = (-3 / 2) (x – 7)

y + 5 = -3/2 (x – 7) which is the point-slope form of a straight line.

Example 2:

Determine the point-slope form so that a straight line is passing through the points (1, -3) and (5, 7)

Solution:

Step 1: Given data:

Here x1 = 1, x2 = 5,

y1 = - 3 and y2 = 7

Step 2: Now we will proceed to find the slope of the straight line by using the given formula: 

m = (y2 – y1) / (x2 – x1)

Step 3: Place the values to calculate the slope of the straight line.

m = (7 – (- 3) / (5 – 1)

m = (7 + 3) / 4

m = 10 / 4

m = 5 / 2

Step 4: The general form of the point-slope form is given below.

y – y1 = m (x – x1)

Here we can use any one of the given points on the line (x1, x2). Let us use (1, -3)

Step 5: Put the values in the general form of the point-slope form of the linear equations.

y – (- 3) = 5 / 2 (x – 1)

y + 3 = 5 / 2 (x – 1) which is the required point-slope form of a linear equation.

Example 3:

Find out the point-slope form so that a straight line having slope m = - 7 / 3 passes through the point (-2, -3).

Solution:

Step 1: Given data:

m = - 7 / 3,

x1 = - 2 and y1 = - 3

Step 2: The general point-slope form of the linear equations is given below.

y – y1 = m (x – x1)

Step 3: Place the values in the above equation.

y – (- 3) = - 7 / 3 (x – (- 2))

y + 3 = - 7 / 3 (x + 2) which is the required equation of the point-slope form of a linear equation.

A point slope calculator make solving equations of lines quicker and easier instead of solving them manually by using point slope form.

Applications of the Point-Slope Form

The point-slope form isn't just a theoretical concept, it has real-world applications including:

Engineering:

In the field of engineering especially in the subject of civil engineering, the point-slope form is very useful and plays a key role in designing different sorts of structures and creating sketches and patterns for bridges, roads, and buildings.

Physics:

In the field of physics, the point-slope form is very useful to signify the motion of objects like the path of the moving objects or their trajectory. 

Economics:

Economists utilize point-slope form when analyzing supply and demand curves, helping to predict market trends.

Geography:

Geographers use it to study gradients and slopes of terrain, aiding in cartography and mapmaking.

Simplicity:

The point-slope form offers a straightforward way to express linear equations, making it easy to grasp and work with.

Flexibility:

It's versatile, allowing you to quickly adapt equations to different scenarios by altering the point and slope.

Wrap Up:

The point-slope form is a powerful tool in algebra, offering a concise way to express linear equations. In this blog, we have discussed the concept of the point-slope form. We have defined the point-slope form, formula, and its important applications. In the last section, we have solved the examples of the point-slope form, equation of the straight line, etc.

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