Graphing Proportional Relationships and Identifying Slope of the Line 8th Grade Math Worksheets

Definition:

The concept of proportional relationship and slope of the line are very essential in many aspects especially in economic aspect. In these worksheet, you will further understand these concepts.

Summary:

Proportional relationship follows the equation y = mx, whereas variable y varies directly as x and m is the constant of proportionality. This means that as x decreases, y decreases and vice-versa and that the ratio between x and y always stays the same.

Step1: Given x and y values

Step 2: Plot points of x and y 

When the line does not passed through the origin it means that it is a non-proportional relationship. 

From the equation y = mx + b: 

• It is a proportional relationship when b = 0 between x and y, so y = mx
• It is a non-proportional relationship when b ≠ 0 between x and y.

Step 3 : Connect the dots

As you can see, the points formed a straight line that passes through the origin indicating a proportional relationship.

The constant of proportionality of line (m) is the same as the slope. It can be solved by using the formula y = mx + b. When b = 0 the equation will be y = mx, therefore you can rearrange the formula to m = y / x where y is  rise and x is run.

Step 4 : Solve change in y axis or the rise.

Step 5 : Solve change in x axis or the run.

Graphing Proportional Relationships and Identifying Slope of the Line Worksheets

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