SAT Math: Linear Equations (Drill 3)

About This Drill

SAT Math: Linear Equations (Drill 3) is a Math practice drill covering Linear Equations. It contains 5 original questions created by Brian Stewart, a Barron's test prep author with over 20 years of tutoring experience.

SAT linear equation questions cover solving equations, interpreting slope and y-intercept in context, writing equations from verbal descriptions, and working with parallel and perpendicular lines. This drill emphasizes translating real-world scenarios into linear models.

Questions in This Drill

1. A plumber charges a $75 service fee plus $50 per hour. Which equation represents the total cost C for h hours of work?
2. What is the x-intercept of the line 3x − 4y = 24?
3. Line m has slope 2/3. What is the slope of a line perpendicular to line m?
4. If 5(x − 2) + 3 = 2(x + 4), what is x?
5. A tank contains 500 gallons of water and is draining at 15 gallons per minute. After how many minutes will the tank have 200 gallons remaining?