U3.L3.HW: Linear Functions: Question 16

Question

If f(x) is a linear function, f (-5) = 1, and f (5) = -2, what is an equation for f(x)?

f(x) =

Answer 1

Two points/solutions on the graph/function are:

(-5, 1) and (5, -2)

Start with two-point form

(y - 1) / (x + 5) = (-2 - 1) / (5 + 5)