SOLUTION: Please give step by step directions to solve the following problem: Write an equation for a line parallel to y = -3x + 5 and passing through the point (1, -6)

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Question 1132525: Please give step by step directions to solve the following problem:
Write an equation for a line parallel to y = -3x + 5 and passing through the point (1, -6)
Answer by ikleyn(52748) About Me  (Show Source):
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    - Equation for a straight line parallel to a given line and passing through a given point

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