SOLUTION: A line passes through the point (-7,4) and has a slope of -2 . Write an equation for this line.
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Question 776692: A line passes through the point (-7,4) and has a slope of -2 . Write an equation for this line.
Answer by Cromlix(4381) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Using equation:
y - b = m(x - a)
a = -7, b = 4 and slope (m) = -2
y - 4 = -2(x - (-7))
y - 4 = -2(x + 7)
y - 4 = -2x - 14
y = -2x - 14 + 4
y = -2x - 10
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