SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line that is parallel to the given line and passes through the given point. y=-4x-7, (5,-3) If it isn't too much trouble this one too. y=-2/3x+4, (-5,5)

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Question 21973: Write an equation of the line that is parallel to the given line and passes through the given point.
y=-4x-7, (5,-3)
If it isn't too much trouble this one too.
y=-2/3x+4, (-5,5)

Answer by stanbon(48535) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
1st: m=-4,x=5,y=-3, find b.
y=mx+b
-3=(-4)(5)+b
b=17
y=(-4)x+17
2nd: follow the same procedure.
Cheers,
Stan H.