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Wordabulary

y-intercept

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

The point where a line or curve on a graph crosses the vertical y-axis.

"In the equation y equals two x plus three, the y-intercept is three."

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Which word fits the gap? "In the equation y equals two x plus three, the _____ is three."

Answer: y-intercept

In your own words, what does "y-intercept" mean?

The point where a line or curve on a graph crosses the vertical y-axis.

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