How this calculation works
Construct a line using a point and its direction angle.
THE FORMULA
m=tan θ and intercept=y−mxA worked example
Through (2,3) at 45°, the slope is 1 and the intercept is 1.
Good to know
A vertical line is reported by its fixed x-coordinate.
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Read the result
Construct a line using a point and its direction angle.
The primary result is labeled “Slope”. Keep the input definitions in view when comparing this result with another method.
Try a related calculation
A vertical line is reported by its fixed x-coordinate.
For a related exercise, try the quadratic equation solver.
A few questions, answered
How can I check the default inputs by hand?
Through (2,3) at 45°, the slope is 1 and the intercept is 1.
Which rule does this calculator apply?
m=tan θ and intercept=y−mx