Linear function (calculus) (source code)

= Linear function (calculus)
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A linear function is a type of mathematical function that represents a straight line when graphed on a coordinate plane. In calculus, as well as in algebra, linear functions are defined by the equation of the form: \\\[ f(x) = mx + b \\\] Here: - \\( f(x) \\) is the value of the function at \\( x \\). - \\( m \\) is the slope of the line, which indicates how steep the line is.