Arturo O. answered • 11/14/19
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y = mx + b
Parallel lines have the same slope, so
m = -5
y = -5x + b
Use the given point to find b.
2 = -5(1) + b
You can finish from here.
Arturo O.
The question asked for the equation of the line, which is of the form y=mx+b. You now have both m and b, so you have all you need for the equation.
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Miguel D.
How do you find the y intercept from the point (1,2)
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Arturo O.
Did you read the solution I posted?
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10/07/20
Makenzie D.
didnt work
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Makenzie D.
Write an equation of the line that passes through (1,2) and is parallel to the line y=−5x+4
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Makenzie D.
im trying to find y
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Breleigh W.
the answer is y=-5x+7
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