Write the equation in slope intercept form of the line that passes through the points (5, 4) and (-1, 6)

Answer 1

y = mx + b

m = (6 - 4) / (-1 - 5) = 2/-6 = -1/3

y = (-1/3)x + b

Use either point to find b. Using (5,4),

4 = (-1/3)(5) + b

b = 17/3

y = (-1/3)x + 17/3