SOLUTION: Find an equation in the form y = mx + b
through (5, -1); slope = 2/3
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: Find an equation in the form y = mx + b
through (5, -1); slope = 2/3
This question is from textbook finite mathematics
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Find an equation in the form y = mx + b
through (5, -1); slope = 2/3
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You have the form and you are told the values of x,y, and m.
Solve for "b":
-1 = (2/3)*5 + b
-1 = (10/3) + b
b = -13/3
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EQUATION:
y = (2/3)x-(13/3)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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