In this form, \(a\), \(b\) and \(c\) aren't as useful, though they give us a hint as to what the \(x\)- and \(y\)-intercepts are. We can still sketch the graph by following these simple steps:
- Find the \(x\)-intercept by making \(y=0\), then solve for \(x\).
- Find the \(y\)-intercept by making \(x=0\), then solve for \(y\).
- Locate the axial intercepts on your axes.
- Connect (no pun intended) the two points with a straight line.