what is an equation of w line parallel to y=5x-8 that passes through (1,-2)? graph your parallel line

Question

what is an equation of w line parallel to y=5x-8 that passes through (1,-2)? graph your parallel line

Answer 1

Since it is parallel, it must have the same slope, so

 

y = 5x + b

 

Use the given point to find b.

 

-2 = 5(1) + b

 

b = -7

 

y = 5x - 7

 

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