y D A B E C X Refer to the diagram. Which line(s) show(s) a negative vertical intercept?
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The vertical intercept (or y-intercept) of a line is the point where the line crosses the y-axis, which occurs when x = 0. The y-coordinate at this point is the value of the vertical intercept. Show more…
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