The graph of the linear function f. (x) = ax + b is a line with. slope m = a and y-intercept at (0, b). 5. Linear and Squaring Functions. Characteristics of the Linear Function: â¢ Domain: the set of all real numbers. â¢ Range: the set of all real numbers.
verb (used with object), reconciled, reconciling. 1. to cause (a person) to accept or be resigned to something not desired: He was reconciled to his fate. 2. to win over to friendliness; cause to become amicable: to reconcile hostile persons. 3. to compose or settle (a quarrel, dispute, etc.).
tr.v. aÂ·bridged, aÂ·bridgÂ·ing, aÂ·bridgÂ·es. 1. To reduce the length of (a written text); condense: The editor abridged the manuscript by cutting out two chapters. See Synonyms at shorten. 2. To limit; curtail: an unconstitutional law that abridged the rights of citizens.