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Graphing Linear Equations
in Two Variables
Learner’s Module in Mathematics 8
Quarter 1 Module 6

Mercema Balag-ey -Malanos

Developer
Department of Education • Republic of the Philippines

NAME: _____________________________ GRADE & SECTION: ______________

TEACHER: __________________________ SCORE: ________________________
 Learning Objectives
Hello learner! This module was designed and written with you in mind. Primarily,
its scope is to develop your understanding of key concepts of linear equations in two
variables to be able to formulate and solve real-life problems involving it.

While going through this module, you are expected to:

1. write the linear equation 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶 in the form 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏 and vice versa;
2. determine if an ordered pair is a solution of a given linear equation; and
3. solve problems involving linear equations in two variables by graphing.

Note
This module will serve as your personal copy. You will write your FINAL
ANSWERS on the ANSWER SHEET attached with this module. You will only
submit the answer sheet. However, I suggest that you still write your answers on
the spaces provided for your answers, so you can check your answers once you
receive the answer key. You may also use the margins for your solutions /
computations.

Pre-assessment
This test will just determine how much you already know about the lessons. I
suggest that you just answer what you know and don’t worry about your score. It
is very important that you answer the test before you proceed to the next part of this
module. DO NOT attempt to answer any unanswered items nor change your answers
in this test after you have learned about the lessons in this module. Please be honest.

DIRECTION: Read and understand each item, then choose the letter of the correct
answer and write it on your answer sheet.

1. Which of the following is a linear equation in two variables?

A. 3𝑥 2 − 4𝑦 2 = 12 C. 3𝑥𝑦 + 4𝑦 = 12
B. 3𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 12 D. 3𝑥 + 4𝑥 = 12
2. Which statement is NOT true about linear equations in two variables?
A. The degree of the equation is one.
B. A term should not contain the product of two or more variables.
C. No variable can appear in the denominator of a fraction.
D. There are more than two variables.
3. If an equation is written in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶, where 𝐴 is positive and 𝐵 is
nonzero, which of the following can be a graph of the equation? y
y y y

x
x x x

A. B. C. D.

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4. Why is 𝑥 − 𝑦 = 6 NOT a linear equation in two variables?
A. There is a variable in the denominator.
B. There are more than two variables.
C. One term involves the product of 𝑥 and 𝑦.
D. The equation is in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶.
5. Which of the following ordered pairs satisfies the equation 5𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 20?
A. (2, 6) B. (4, 1) C. (0, 5) D. (−2, 10)
6. If a linear equation follows the pattern 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏, then it is written in the ____ form.
A. standard B. general C. slope-intercept D. intercept
7. What does 𝑏 denote in the equation 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏?
A. 𝑥-intercept B. slope C. numerical coefficient D. 𝑦-intercept
8. It is a point on a line that lies on the 𝑦-axis.
A. 𝑥-intercept B. 𝑦-intercept C. 𝑥-coordinate D. 𝑦-coordinate
9. What is the slope-intercept form of the linear equation 2𝑥 + 5𝑦 = 10?
2 2
A. 𝑦 = − 5 𝑥 + 2 C. 𝑦 = 5 𝑥 + 2
2 2
B. 𝑦 = − 5 𝑥 + 10 D. 𝑦 = 5 𝑥 + 10

10. Write the linear equation 𝑦 = −5𝑥 + 3 in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶.

A. −5𝑥 + 𝑦 = 3 C. 5𝑥 + 𝑦 = 3
B. 5𝑥 − 𝑦 = 3 D. 5𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3
11. What does a linear equation with a slope of zero look like on a plane?
A. vertical line C. horizontal line
B. line passing through the origin D. diagonal line

For items 12 to 15:

The graph shows how
the value of a certain computer
decreases over the years.

12. According to the 𝑥-intercept, after how many years will the computer become
valueless in the market?
A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 D. 8
13. Which point on the graph shows the market value of the computer a year after its
launching?
A. I B. A C. R D. C
14. What point on the graph tells the cost of the computer after three years?
A. R B. C C. A D. E
15. What is the rate of change of the cost of the computer per year?
A. ₱5,000 B. ₱10,000 C. ₱15,000 D. ₱20,000

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 Introduction
In the previous lesson, you were presented with what a linear equation in two
variables is and have written linear equations in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶. In the next set
of lessons, we are going to write linear equations in the form 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏 and find out
how to sketch their graphs in the Cartesian Plane.
Let’s find out if you can still remember what linear equations in two variables
are through the activity that follows.
Direction: In each situation, encircle the given equation if it is a linear equation in two
variables and underline the equation if it is not. After which, answer the question that
follows.
1. The salary (𝑠) received by a salesperson this pandemic is ₱900 for reporting
three times per week plus a 5% commission on all sales (𝑥) is modeled by the
equation 𝑠 = 900 + 0.05𝑥.
2. A person who jogs slowly can expect to expend 300 calories per hour. The
number of calories (𝐶) expended after (𝑡) hours is given by the model 𝐶 = 300𝑡.
3. The product of the ages of Alberto (𝑥) and Fidel (𝑦) is 35 and can be expressed
as 𝑥𝑦 = 35.
4. The square of a number 𝑥 added to four times the number 𝑦 is equal to 8 can be
expressed as 𝑥 2 + 4𝑦 = 8.
5. The weekly savings (𝑠) of Rodrigo as a student this pandemic depends on his
allowance (𝑎). If he saves 5% of his allowance every week, then it can be
expressed as 𝑠 = 0.05 𝑎.
5. 𝑠 = .05 𝑎
4. 𝑥 2 + 4𝑦 = 8

Question: What do the encircled equations have in common? 3. 𝑥𝑦 = 35

2. 𝐶 = 300𝑡
1. 𝑠 = 900 + 0.05𝑥
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The equations 𝑠 = 900 + 0.05𝑥, 𝐶 = 300𝑡, and 𝑠 = .05 𝑎 involve two unknown
quantities, hence use two different variables. Also, the degree of these equations is 1.

The following equations have two variables but are NOT linear equations.

➢ 𝑥 2 + 4𝑦 = 8 The degree of a term should only be 1 or the exponents

on both variables must be 1.
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➢ +𝑦 =7 The variable should not be in the denominator.
𝑥

➢ 𝑥𝑦 = 35 The variables should not be in the same term.

➢ 2√3𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 6 The variable should not be in a radical sign.

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 Lesson Writing Linear Equations in Two
1 Variables in the Form 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃
Aside from the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶, a linear equation in two variables can also
be written in slope-intercept form also known as the 𝑦-form.

The Slope-Intercept Form of the equation of a line is 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏, where 𝑚 and

𝑏 are real numbers, 𝑚 is the slope and 𝑏 is the 𝑦-intercept.

Rewrite the following equations in the form 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏.

Example 1. 3𝑥 + 𝑦 = 6
3𝑥 − 𝑦 = 6 Given
3𝑥 − 𝑦 + (−3𝑥) = 6 + (−3𝑥) (APE) Add −3𝑥 to both sides to retain the
term with the variable 𝑦 on one side.
−𝑦 = −3𝑥 + 6 Simplify.
−1(−𝑦 = −3𝑥 + 6) Multiply the whole equation by −1 to make
𝒚 = 𝟑𝒙 − 𝟔 the coefficient of 𝑦 positive.
𝑚 = 3 and 𝑏 = −6 Note: Don’t multiply −1 to the equation if the
coefficient of 𝑦 is already positive.

Example 2. 3𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 10
3𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 10 Given
3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + (−3𝑥) = 10 + (−3𝑥) (APE) Add −3𝑥 to both sides to retain the
−2𝑦 = −3𝑥 + 10 term with the variable 𝑦 on one side.
1 1 1
− 2 (−2𝑦) = − 2 (−3𝑥 + 10) Multiply − 2 or simply divide both sides by −2
−2𝑦 −3𝑥+10
or = to make the coefficient of 𝑦 equal to 1.
−2 −2
𝟑
𝒚 = 𝟐𝒙 − 𝟓 Simplify.
3
𝑚 = and 𝑏 = −5
2

Example 3. 3(𝑥 − 5) = 4𝑦 + 2𝑥
3(𝑥 − 5) = 4𝑦 + 2𝑥 Given
3𝑥 − 15 = 4𝑦 + 2𝑥 Multiply first to remove the parenthesis.
3𝑥 + (−2𝑥) − 15 = 4𝑦 + 2𝑥 + (−2𝑥) (APE) Add −2𝑥 to both sides to retain the
𝑥 − 15 = 4𝑦 term with the variable 𝑦 on one side.
𝑥 15 4𝑦
− 4 = 4 Divide both sides by 4 to make the
4
coefficient of 𝑦 equal to 1.
1 15
𝑥− =𝑦 Simplify.
4 4
𝟏 𝟏𝟓
𝒚= 𝒙− Rearrange so that the equation will be in the
𝟒 𝟒
form 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏.
1 15
𝑚 = and 𝑏 =
4 4

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 Example 4. 12𝑥 − 6𝑦 + 4 = 0
12𝑥 − 6𝑦 + 4 = 0 Given
12𝑥 − 6𝑦 + 4 + (−12𝑥) + (−4) = 0 + (−12𝑥) + (−4) Add −12𝑥 and −4 to both sides of
the equation to retain the term
−6𝑦 = −12𝑥 − 4 with the variable 𝑦 on one side.
−6𝑦 −12𝑥 −4
= + −6 Divide both sides by −6.
−6 −6
𝟐
𝒚 = 𝟐𝒙 + 𝟑 Simplify.
2
𝑚 = −2 and 𝑏 =
3

Other Examples: 𝑨𝒙 + 𝑩𝒚 = 𝑪 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃
1. 𝑥 + 2𝑦 + 4 = 0 𝑥 + 2𝑦 = −4 1
𝑦=− 𝑥−2
2
2. 𝑦 + 3 = −2𝑥 2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3 𝑦 = −2𝑥 − 3
5
𝑦 = 𝑥+3
3. 15 + 5𝑥 = 3𝑦 5𝑥 − 3𝑦 = −15 3

Activity 1: You Complete Me

Direction: Complete the table by writing, on the second column, YES if the equation is
a linear equation in two variables and NO if it is not. If it is, write it in the form
𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏 on the third column and identify the values of 𝑚 and 𝑏 on the last column.

Equation (Yes or No) 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃 𝒎 and 𝒃

Ex. 3𝑥 − 𝑦 = 12 Yes 𝑦 = −3𝑥 − 12 𝑚 = −3, 𝑏 = −12
1. 𝑥 2 − 4𝑦 = 12
2. 9𝑥 + 3𝑦 + 6 = 0
3. 2𝑥𝑦 = 10
4. 𝑦 + 3𝑥 = 5𝑥 − 5
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5. 𝑦 = 𝑥 + 5𝑥 − 12

Exercise 1: Learning How to Write

Direction: Complete the table by rewriting the following equations. Write your final
answer on your answer sheet.
Equations 𝑨𝒙 + 𝑩𝒚 = 𝑪 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃
1. 𝑥 − 4 + 𝑦 = 0 𝑦 = −𝑥 + 4
2. 2𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 4 2𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −4
3. 𝑦 = −8𝑥 + 16 𝑦 = −8𝑥 + 16
4. 2(3𝑥 + 𝑦) = 8 6𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 8
5. 𝑦 − 2𝑥 + 1 = 0 2𝑥 − 𝑦 = 1
6. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 𝑥 + 6 1
𝑦= 𝑥−2
3
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7. −𝑦 = 𝑥 − 5 𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 10
2
8. −𝑥 + 𝑦 + 4 = 0 𝑦 = 𝑥−4
9. 3𝑥 + 5𝑦 = −15 3𝑥 + 5𝑦 = −15
10. 𝑦 = −5𝑥 − 10 + 5 5𝑥 + 𝑦 = −5

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 Lesson Graphing Linear Equations in
2 Two Variables
Activity 2: Plotting Points
An N95 mask (𝑥) costs ₱16.00 and a regular surgical mask (𝑦) costs ₱4.00.
Determine how many of each kind of masks Jose can buy for ₱60.00. We can use
the equation 16𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 60. This equation can be written as 𝑦 = −4𝑥 + 15.

1. Complete the table below to find how many of each kind of mask Jose can buy for
₱60.00. The first two rows are done for you.
2. On a coordinate plane, graph the ordered pairs (𝑥, 𝑦), then connect the points.
What can you conclude about the figure formed?

𝒙 Substitute Evaluate Simplify 𝒚 (𝒙, 𝒚)

0 𝑦 = −4(𝟎) + 15 𝑦 = 0 + 15 𝑦 = 15 15 (0, 15)

1 𝑦 = −4(𝟏) + 15 𝑦 = −4 + 15 𝑦 = 11 11 (1, 11)
2
3
4
5
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The graph of 𝑦 = −4𝑥 + 15 is a line that falls from left to right. The points (0, 15),
(1, 11), and all the other points contained on that line make up the solution set of
𝑦 = −4𝑥 + 15. Since we are talking about the number of pieces of masks in the problem,
we are only going to consider the positive integers as a solution for this problem.

Lesson 2.a
The solution of a linear equation in two variables is an ordered pair
(𝑥, 𝑦) that makes a true mathematical statement of the equation.

Example: Determine if the given ordered pairs are solutions of 𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 5.

a. (−1, 3)
Solution:
𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 5 Given
−1 + 2(3) = 5 Substitute −1 to 𝑥 and 3 to 𝑦.
−1 + 6 = 5 Perform the operation.
5=5 Simplify.
True Since 5 = 5, the ordered pair (−1, 3) is a solution.

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b. (1, 2)
Solution:
𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 5 Given
1 + 2(2) = 5 Substitute 1 to 𝑥 and 2 to 𝑦.
1+4=5 Perform the operation.
5=5 Simplify.
True
Since 5 = 5, the ordered pair (1, 2) is a solution.
c. (−2, −1)
Solution:
𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 5 Given
−2 + 2(−1) = 5 Substitute −2 to 𝑥 and −1 to 𝑦.
−2 − 2 = 5 Perform the operation.
−4 = 5 Simplify.
False Since −4 ≠ 5, the ordered pair (−2, − 1) is NOT
a solution.

Lesson 2.b

The graph of an equation involving two variables, 𝑥 and 𝑦, is the collection

of all points (𝑥, 𝑦) that are solutions of the equation. If we were to plot thousands
of solutions, the dots that we drew would merge into a solid line. Hence, the
graph of any linear equation in two variables is a (straight) line.
Since two points determine a line on a plane, you must find at least two
ordered pairs or solutions in order to graph the line. However, it would be better if you
can find three solutions for you to use the third solution in checking your graph. If you
plot all three points and they cannot be connected by a straight line, then this signals
that something is wrong.

Ways of Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables

A. Graphing a Linear Equation Using Table of Values

Steps:
1. Find at least two ordered pairs that satisfy the equation by assigning values
for 𝑥 and solving for 𝑦.
2. Plot the points.
3. Draw a line through the points.
Example 1. Graph 2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −4.
Table of Values
Step 1. Assign values for 𝑥 and solve for 𝑦. 𝑥 −2 0 1
𝑦
when 𝑥 = −2 when 𝑥 = 0 when 𝑥 = 1
2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −4 2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −4 2𝑥 + 𝑦 = −4
2(−𝟐) + 𝑦 = −4 2(𝟎) + 𝑦 = −4 2(𝟏) + 𝑦 = −4
−4 + 𝑦 + 4 = −4 + 4 0 + 𝑦 = −4 2+𝑦 − 2 = −4 − 2
𝑦=0 𝑦 = −4 𝑦 = −6

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Step 2. Plot the points.
Table of Values
𝑥 −2 0 1
𝑦 0 −4 −6
(−2,0)

The three ordered pairs are

(−2, 0), (0, −4), and (1, −6).
(0, −4)

(1, −6)

Step 3. Draw a line through the points.

The graph of the

line falls from left to
right. Thus, the slope of
the line is negative.
Based from the graph,
𝑚 = −2 and 𝑏 = −4.

B. Graphing a Linear Equation Using the Intercepts Method

The 𝑥-coordinate of the point where a line intersects the 𝑥-axis is

called the 𝒙-intercept of the line.
The 𝑦-coordinate of the point where a line intersects the 𝑦-axis is
called the 𝒚-intercept of the line.

Steps: Note:
1. Solve for the 𝑥- and 𝑦-intercepts of the equation. The 𝑥-intercept of the
2. Plot the points. line is the value of 𝑥
when 𝑦 = 0.
3. Draw a straight line through the points.
The 𝑦-intercept of the
line is the value of 𝑦
Example 2. Graph 3𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 12 when 𝑥 = 0.

Step 1. Solve for the intercepts.

To find the 𝑥-intercept, let 𝑦 = 0 To find the 𝑦-intercept, let 𝑥 = 0 and
and solve for 𝑥. solve for 𝑦.
3𝑥 − 4(𝟎) = 12 3(𝟎) − 4𝑦 = 12
3𝑥 = 12 −4𝑦 = 12
3𝑥 12 −4𝑦 12
= = −4
3 3 −4
𝑥=4 𝑦 = −3
(4, 0) (0, −3)

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Step 2. Plot the points.

Note:
Locate the 𝑥-intercept along the
𝑥-axis and the 𝑦-intercept along
𝑥-intercept
the 𝑦-axis. (4,0)

𝑦-intercept
(0, −3)

Step 3. Draw a line through the points.

The graph of the line

rises from left to right.
Thus, the slope of the line
is positive. Based from the
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graph, 𝑚 = 4 and 𝑏 = −3.

C. Graphing a Linear Equation Using Its Slope and a Point

Steps:
1. Express the equation in slope-intercept form, if necessary.
2. Solve for one point and plot it.
3. Starting from the point, use the rise and run in locating a second point.
4. Draw a line through the two points.
Example 3. 𝑥 + 3𝑦 = 6
Step 1. Rewrite the equation in slope-intercept form to be able to identify the slope.
1 1
𝑥 + 3𝑦 = 6 𝑦 = − 3 𝑥 + 2 ; so 𝑚 = − 3

Step 2. Solve for one point by assigning values for either 𝑥 or 𝑦 and plot it.
Let 𝑥 = 3
1
𝑦 = −3𝑥 + 2
1
𝑦 = − 3 (𝟑) + 2
𝑦 = −1 + 2
𝑦=1
The point is located at (3, 1).

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Step 3. Starting from the point, use the rise and run in locating a second point.
1 𝑟𝑖𝑠𝑒
𝑚 = −3 𝑟𝑢𝑛

3 units run to the left

Note:
Count to the right when the run 1 unit rise
is positive and count to the left if
negative.
1 1 unit up
𝑚=− =
3 3 units to the 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭

Step 4. Draw a line through the two points.

The slope of the line

is negative so the (0, 2)
graph of the line falls (3, 1)
from left to right.

Example 4. Graph 𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 3.

Step 1. Since 𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 3 is already in 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏, we now identify the slope (𝑚).

If otherwise, then rewrite first the equation to 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏.
2 𝑟𝑖𝑠𝑒
𝒎 = 2 or 1 𝑟𝑢𝑛 Locate the
𝑦-intercept
along the
Step 2. Solve for one point and plot it. 𝑦-axis.
(0, 3)
Since the 𝑦-intercept is already
identified in the equation and also
considered as one point, then we
can use it as our first point,
𝒃 = 3 or (0, 3).

Step 3. From the 𝑦-intercept, use the rise and run to locate a second point.

Note:
Count to the right when the run is
positive and count to the left if
negative.
2 2 units up
𝑚= =
1 1 unit to the 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭

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Step 4. Draw a line through the two points.
(1,5)

(0,3)
The slope of the
line is positive so the
graph of the line rises
from left to right.

Lesson 2.c
Graphing Horizontal and Vertical Lines

The equation 𝑥 = 𝑎 represents the vertical line that intersects the

𝑥-axis at (𝑎, 0). If 𝑎 = 0, the line is the 𝑦-axis.
The equation 𝑦 = 𝑏 represents the horizontal line that intersects the
𝑦-axis at (0, 𝑏). If 𝑏 = 0, the line is the 𝑥-axis.

Example 5. Graph 𝑥 = 5.
The equation 𝑥 = 5 is equivalent to 𝑥 + 0𝑦 = 5. Thus, for any value of 𝑦,
𝑥 is always equal to 5.
If 𝑦 = 1, 𝑥 + 0(𝟏) = 5
𝑥=5

If 𝑦 = 3, 𝑥 + 0(𝟑) = 5
𝑥=5
Note:
The graph of x = 5 is a vertical line
passing through the point (5, 0). Its
slope is undefined.
Example 6. Graph 𝑦 = −3.
The equation 𝑦 = −3 is equivalent to 0𝑥 + 𝑦 = −3. Thus, for any value
of 𝑥, 𝑦 is always equal to −3.

If 𝑥 = 1, 0(𝟏) + 𝑦 = −3
𝑦 = −3

If 𝑥 = −2, 0(−𝟐) + 𝑦 = −3
𝑦 = −3
Note:
The graph of y = −3 is a horizontal
line passing through the point
(0, −3). Its slope is 0.

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Exercise 2: Think of Me
A. Write TRUE if the statement is correct. If the statement is incorrect, change the
underlined term / phrase to make the statement true. The first two numbers are done
for you.
TRUE 1. Assigning values for either 𝑥 or 𝑦 is the first step in graphing a line using
table of values.
𝑦-intercept 2. The 𝑥-intercept of a line is the point (0, 𝑏) where the line intersects the
𝑦-axis.
_______ 3. Lines parallel to the 𝑦-axis are horizontal lines.
_______ 4. To find the 𝑦-intercept, replace 𝑦 with 0 in the given equation and solve
for 𝑦.
_______ 5. A vertical line has an undefined slope.
_______ 6. Lines with negative slopes rise from left to right.
_______ 7. The ordered pair (3, 11) is a solution to the equation 𝑦 = 3𝑥 + 2.
_______ 8. The slope-intercept form of 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 5 is 𝑦 = 𝑥 + 5.
_______ 9. If 𝐴, 𝐵, and 𝐶 are real numbers, where 𝐴 is positive and 𝐵 is nonzero, then
𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶 is the form of the equation of a line.
_______ 10. A horizontal line has a zero slope.
B. Fill in the blanks with the term that correctly completes the statement. Write the letter of the
correct answer that corresponds to the number below to reveal the word.
a. solution i. b n. horizontal
f. vertical s. x-intercept
t. (0, 4) h. 4

q. (6, 3) z. 2 o. 3 p. (3, 6) r. 5
d. line c. 𝒚-intercept e. curve
11. The slope of the equation 𝑦 = 4𝑥 + 2 is _________.
12. An ordered pair is a _________ of a linear equation in two variables if the numbers
in the ordered pair satisfy the equation.
13. Lines parallel to the 𝑥-axis are _________ lines.
14. The graph of any linear equation in two variables is a _________.
15. The _________ of a line is the point (𝑎, 0) where the line intersects the 𝑥-axis.
16. If an equation is of the form 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏, where 𝑚 and 𝑏 are real numbers, then
its 𝑦-intercept is _________.
2
For 17 to 20. To graph 𝑦 = 𝑥 + 4 using the slope-intercept method:
3
firstly, plot _________ on the 𝑦-axis,
secondly, rise _________ units up and run _________ units to the right
- this is the point _________,
and lastly, draw a line passing through the two points.
People nowadays enjoy doing this wherever they go. What is it?

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 Generalization
Lesson 1.
A linear equation in two variables can be written in two forms:
• 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶, where 𝐴, 𝐵 and 𝐶 are real numbers, 𝐴 is positive and 𝐵 ≠ 0; and
• 𝑦 = 𝑚𝑥 + 𝑏, where 𝑚 is the slope and 𝑏 is the 𝑦-intercept, 𝑚 and 𝑏 are real
numbers. This is called as slope-intercept form also known as the 𝑦-form.

Lesson 2.a.
The solution of a linear equation in two variables is an ordered pair (𝑥, 𝑦) that
makes a true mathematical statement of the equation.

Lesson 2.b.
The graph of a linear equation in two variables is a line.
Ways of Graphing Linear Equations in Two Variables:

•Find at least two orderd pairs that satisfy the equation.

•Plot the points.
Using Table of •Draw a line through the points.
Values

•Solve for the 𝑥- and 𝑦 -intercepts.

•Plot the points.
Using the
Intercepts •Draw a line through the points.
Method

•Express the equation in slope-intercept form, if necessary.

•Solve for one point and plot it.
Using the •Starting from the point, use the rise and run in locating a second point.
Slope and a •Draw a line through the points.
Point

Lesson 2.c.
Graphing Horizontal and Vertical Lines
The equation 𝑥 = 𝑎 represents the vertical line that intersects the 𝑥-axis at (𝑎, 0).
The equation 𝑦 = 𝑏 represents the horizontal line that intersects the 𝑦-axis at (0, 𝑏).

Clues on Graphing:
1. A line with a positive slope rises from left to right. The greater the slope the steeper
the line rises.
2. A line with a negative slope falls from left to right.
3. A line with 0 slope shows a horizontal line while a line with an undefined slope shows
a vertical line.
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 Applications
Activity 3: Wise Spending
Direction: Read and understand the given word problem then answer the questions
that follow.
Problem: George’s mother gave him ₱1080 as his allowance for this pandemic. She
said that he should be thriftier this time because her salary is not full. George is
contemplating that if he spends ₱120 a day, there will soon come a time that the ₱1080
given by his mother will become zero. To help him come up with a wise decision, he
made this table:
Day Start (0) 1 2 3 4 5
Amount
₱1080
Left
a. Let 𝑥 = day
𝑦 = amount left
Write a mathematical model. _______________________
b. Complete the table.
c. Graph the data shown in the table.

d. What is the trend of the line?

___________________________________________________________________
e. On what day will the amount be fully used up?
___________________________________________________________________
f. If you were George, what will you do with the ₱1080? Justify your answer.
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 Post-assessment
DIRECTION: Let us determine how much you have learned from this module. Read
and understand each item, then choose the letter of your answer and write it on your
answer sheet.

1. Which statement is true about linear equations in two variables?

A. The degree of the equation is greater than one.
B. A term should contain the product of two or more variables.
C. No variable can appear in the denominator of a fraction.
D. There are more than two variables.
2. Which of the following is NOT a linear equation in two variables?
A. 𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 12 C. 2𝑥 + 4𝑦 + 5 = −2𝑦
B. 3𝑥𝑦 + 𝑦 = 12 D. 3𝑥 − 4𝑦 + 12 = 0
3. A certain school ordered Math books. The cost of one Math book is ₱850 plus
₱250 delivery charge regardless of the number of books ordered. Which of the
following equations shows the total cost (𝑦) if 𝑥 is the number of books ordered?
A. 𝑦 = 250𝑥 + 850 C. 𝑦 = 850𝑥 + 250
B. 𝑥 = 250𝑦 + 850 D. 𝑥 = 850𝑦 + 250
4. Why is 𝑥 + 2𝑥𝑦 = 6 NOT a linear equation in two variables?
A. One term involves the product of 𝑥 and 𝑦.
B. There are more than two variables.
C. There is no other exponent in the variable except 1.
D. The equation is in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶.
5. Which of the following ordered pairs satisfies the equation 𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 20?
A. (−2, 10) B. (4, 1) C. (2, 6) D. (0, 5)
6. It is a point on a line that lies on the 𝑥-axis.
A. 𝑥-coordinate B. 𝑥-intercept C. 𝑦-coordinate D. 𝑦-intercept
7. The linear equation 𝑦 = 4 − 12𝑥 is written in the __________ form.
A. general B. expression C. slope-intercept D. standard
8. What is the slope-intercept form of the linear equation 2𝑥 + 3𝑦 = 6?
2 2
A. 𝑦 = 3 𝑥 + 2 C. 𝑦 = − 3 𝑥 + 2
2 2
B. 𝑦 = − 𝑥 + 6 D. 𝑦 = 𝑥 + 6
3 3

9. What is 𝑦 = 4𝑥 − 9 in the form 𝐴𝑥 + 𝐵𝑦 = 𝐶?

A. 4𝑥 − 𝑦 = 9 C. −4𝑥 + 𝑦 = 9
B. −4𝑥 − 𝑦 = 9 D. 4𝑥 + 𝑦 = −9
10. Determine the 𝑥- and 𝑦-intercepts of 3𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 12.
A. – 4 and 3 B. 4 and 3 C. – 4 and – 3 D. 4 and −3

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11. What does a linear equation with a positive slope look like on a plane?
A. a vertical line C. a line that rises from left to right
B. a horizontal line D. a line that falls from left to right

For items 12 to 15: Identify the graph of each linear equation. Refer from the
choices provided below.
y y y y
y
2 2 2 2

x x x x
-2 0 2 -2 0 2 -2 0 2 -2 0 2
-2 -2 -2 -2

A B C D
12. 𝑥+𝑦 =1
13. 𝑥=2
14. 𝑦=2
15. 𝑦 = 𝑥−1

Performance Task
Activity 4: Graphing Lines
Direction: Answer the following exercises as required.
1 to 5. Graph 𝑦 = 𝑥 − 5.
Complete the table of values by solving for
the values of 𝑦 given the values of 𝑥 then
graph the equation.
𝑥 1 0 -1
𝑦

6 to 9. Graph 𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 2.
Solve for the 𝑥-intercept and the
𝑦 -intercept then graph the equation.
𝑥-intercept 𝑦-intercept

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10 to 13. Graph 𝑦 = − 4 𝑥 + 1.

Identify the slope and the 𝑦-intercept then

graph the equation.
𝑚 = ________
𝑏 = ________

14. Graph 𝑥 = −2. 15. Graph 𝑦 = 5.

16 to 20. Problem Solving

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Science: The mathematical model 𝐹 = 5 𝐶 + 32 can be used to convert a Celsius
temperature, 𝐶, to a Fahrenheit temperature, 𝐹. Complete the table then graph.
𝐶 0 5 10 15 20
𝐹

Describe the graph of converting the Celsius temperature, 𝐶, to Fahrenheit temperature, 𝐹.

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 ANSWER SHEET
Student’s Name
Grade 8
Date Completed
Section
Name of Mathematics
Teacher
School Year 2020-2021 Name and Signature of
MATHEMATICS 8 Parent/Guardian

QUARTER 1 • MODULE 6
GRAPHING LINEAR EQUATIONS IN TWO VARIABLES
Only the FINAL ANSWERS must be written on this answer sheet. Detach it from the learning
package/module and submit.

Pre-assessment
1. 6. 11.
2. 7. 12.
3. 8. 13.
4. 9. 14.
5. 10. 15.

Activity 1
Equation (Yes or No) 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃 𝒎 and 𝒃
2
1. 𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 12
2. 9𝑥 + 3𝑦 + 6 = 0
3. 2𝑥𝑦 = 10
4. 𝑦 + 3𝑥 = 5𝑥 − 5
2
5. 𝑦 = 𝑥 + 5𝑥 − 12

Exercise 1
Equations 𝑨𝒙 + 𝑩𝒚 = 𝑪 𝒚 = 𝒎𝒙 + 𝒃
1. 𝑥 − 4 + 𝑦 = 0 𝑦 = −𝑥 + 4
2. 2𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 4 2𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −4
3. 𝑦 = −8𝑥 + 16 𝑦 = −8𝑥 + 16
4. 2(3𝑥 + 𝑦) = 8 6𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 8
5. 𝑦 − 2𝑥 + 1 = 0 2𝑥 − 𝑦 = 1
6. 2𝑥 − 3𝑦 = 𝑥 + 6 1
𝑦= 𝑥−2
3
1
7. −𝑦 = 2 𝑥 − 5 𝑥 + 2𝑦 = 10
8. −𝑥 + 𝑦 + 4 = 0 𝑦 = 𝑥−4
9. 3𝑥 + 5𝑦 = −15 3𝑥 + 5𝑦 = −15
10. 𝑦 = −5𝑥 − 10 + 5 5𝑥 + 𝑦 = −5

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Activity 2
𝒙 Substitute Evaluate Simplify 𝒚 (𝒙, 𝒚)

0 𝑦 = −4(0) + 15 𝑦 = 0 + 15 𝑦 = 15 15 (0, 15)

1 𝑦 = −4(1) + 15 𝑦 = −4 + 15 𝑦 = 11 11 (1, 11)
2
3
4
5
6

Exercise 2

1. 6. 11. 16

2. 7. 12. 17.

3. 8. 13. 18.

4. 9. 14. 19.

5. 10. 15. 20.

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Application
a. Write a mathematical model. _______________________
b. Complete the table.
Day Start 1 2 3 4 5
Amount Left ₱1080
c. Graph the data shown in the table.
d. What is the trend of the line?
________________________
________________________

e. On what day will the amount

be fully used up?
________________________

f. If you were George, what will

you do with the ₱1080? Justify
your answer.
_____________________________

____________________________

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Post-assessment
1. 6. 11.
2. 7. 12.
3. 8. 13.
4. 9. 14.
5. 10. 15.

Performance Task
1-5. Graph 𝑦 = 𝑥 − 5.
Complete the table of values by solving for
the values of 𝑦 given the values of 𝑥. Then
graph the equation.
𝑥 1 0 -1
𝑦

6-9. Graph 𝑥 − 2𝑦 = 2.
Solve for the 𝑥 -intercept and the 𝑦-intercept
and then graph the equation.
𝑥-intercept 𝑦-intercept

3
10-13. Graph 𝑦 = − 4 𝑥 + 1.

Identify the slope and the 𝑦-intercept and

then graph the equation.
𝑚 = ________
𝑏 = ________

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14. Graph 𝑥 = −2. 15. Graph 𝑦 = 5.

16-20. Problem Solving

Complete the table.
𝐶 0 5 10 15 20
𝐹

Describe the graph of converting the Celsius temperature, 𝐶, to Fahrenheit temperature, 𝐹.

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