SOLUTION: Solve for the indicated variable: 3x +4y=-2 FOR y y = mx + b FOR m

Question 133689: Solve for the indicated variable:
3x +4y=-2 FOR y
y = mx + b FOR m
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
# 1

Start with the given equation

Subtract from both sides

Rearrange the equation

Divide both sides by

Break up the fraction

Reduce

# 2

Start with the given equation

Subtract b from both sides

Divide both sides by x to isolate m

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