linear equation

Noun

An equation in which the highest power of the variable is 1, resulting in a straight line when graphed.

ریشه

The term 'linear' comes from the Latin word 'linearis', meaning 'belonging to a line'. 'Equation' comes from the Latin word 'aequatio', meaning 'equalization'.

مثال

• The equation y = 2x + 3 is an example of a linear equation.
• Solving linear equations involves finding the values of the variables that satisfy the equation.
• Graphing linear equations helps visualize the relationship between variables.