SOLUTION: I'm having difficulty understanding how to write the equation of a line.  
y= mx+ b
m=-4\5  b=12
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Question 397585:  I'm having difficulty understanding how to write the equation of a line.  
y= mx+ b
m=-4\5  b=12 
Answer by solver91311(24713)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
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John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
 
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