Write an equation for a line that passes through the point (12,-2) and has a slope of 1/6

Question

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Answer 1

y-y₁ = m(x-x₁)

m =1/6

x₁ = 12

y₁ = -2

Substitute in the values for the point-slope form.

If you need the slope intercept form, then solve for y.