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Question 121099: I need help with this problem. Find an equation of the line containing the given pair of points. Express your answer in the form x=a, y=b, or y=mx+b
(0,0) and (4,7)
what is an equation of the line?
y=__________
Thank you in advance for your help
Answer by stanbon(57978) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(0,0) and (4,7)
what is an equation of the line?
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slope = (7-0)/(4-0) = 7/4
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EQUATION form is y = mx+b
Substitute x=0, y=0 and m=(7/4) to solve for b
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0 = (7/4)*0 + b
b = 0
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EQUATION:
y = (7/4)x
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Cheers,
Stan H.