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How do you find the x- and y-intercepts of an equation?

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Given two equations containing x and y you are able to find two solutions x and y if they exist.

Hope this helps.

User Thisiskelvin
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Hello, I hope you're doing great today. :)

Let's get you help with this question, comment if you have any questions.

First, let's learn about x and y intercepts. :)

We know that x is a point on the graph where y is zero, and y is a point on the graph where x is zero.

Mostly in this case, we have an equation, like 6x - 7y = 30.

Anyways -- here's how we find the x- and y intercepts.

For a linear equation, to find the "x" value, plug in y for 0. If you're trying to find "y", plug in 0 for x.

It's as simple as that! Try it with the example I did.

Have a fantastic day.

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