how do I graph a linear equation?

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I want to graph the linear equation y = 2x + 4 in microsoft excel. How do I
do this? On my TI-83 Plus I could easily do this. I also know I could create
a data table and use the table of values to chart the line in excel. But I
want just enter the equation in excel and have excel graph it. Thanks.
 
I want to graph the linear equation y = 2x + 4 in microsoft excel. How do I
do this? On my TI-83 Plus I could easily do this. I also know I could create
a data table and use the table of values to chart the line in excel. But I
want just enter the equation in excel and have excel graph it. Thanks.
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You need only two points to define a straight line. Create a
spreadsheet that takes the minimum and maximum values of x, and the
values of a and b, and calculates just two values of y, and you will
have forever more a spreadsheet that will give you a graph of y=ax+b
whenever you want.
 
In A1:A10 enter some x-values (say 1,2,.....)
In B1 enter =2*A1+4
Copy this down to B10
Select A1:B10; click the chart wizard, and select an XY (NOT a Line) chart

best wishes
 
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