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Draw a straight-line graph

Draw a straight-line graph from its equation using intercepts or slope (for example y = 2x + 1 cuts the y-axis at 1).

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Question 4.3 · June 2024 · Paper 1 · Provincial · 6 marks

Consider the functions and . and intersect at points and .
4.3 Use the ANSWER SHEET provided to sketch the graphs f and g on the same set of axis.(6)Diagram for question 4.3

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  1. 3. Question 4.2 · March 2023 · Provincial · 3 marks

    Given: and
    4.2 On the same set of axes, draw the two functions. Indicate the coordinates of the point(s) of intersection of the two graphs.(3)
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      Draw Hyperbola f(x)Correct shape in Q1 and Q3.Memo diagram

      1 mark · Sketch a graph from its equation

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      Slope of gStraight line with positive slope through and .

      1 mark · Draw a straight-line graph

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      Indicate intersection pointsPoints and labeled.

      1 mark · Find where two graphs intersect

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