Question

An airplane 30,000 feet above the ground begins descending at a rate of 2,000 feet per minute. Write an equation to model the situation.

What are the slope and Y-intercept?

Answer 1

7

Explanation:

Answer 2

Slope: -2000

Y-intercept: 30000

Equation: Y=-2,000x+30,000

Explanation:

The pane starts at 30,000 feet, giving up an y intercept or a starting point. Since the plan is descending, you know the slop will be negative.