SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given line. (-4, -5); 2x + y = -3

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Question 676950: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given line.
(-4, -5); 2x + y = -3
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2x + y = C

2(-4) + (-5) = C

-8 - 5 = C

-13 = C

C = -13

So the equation of the parallel line in standard form is 2x + y = -13

If you want the equation of the parallel line in slope intercept form, then solve for y to get

2x + y = -13

y = - 2x - 13
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