SOLUTION: Write the equation of a line whose slope is -2 and passes through (-1,6). Write the answer in slope-intercept form.
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Question 1117822: Write the equation of a line whose slope is -2 and passes through (-1,6). Write the answer in slope-intercept form.
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Use the Point-Slope form. An equation of a line that has a slope 
and contains the point )
is
)
But put it in the form
)
Which, given that 
and 
are constants
reduces to
Where the 
-coordinate of the -intercept is )
John
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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