SOLUTION: How do I write the equation of a line that passes through the points (-1,4)and (-6,-2).

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Question 1114987: How do I write the equation of a line that passes through the points (-1,4)and (-6,-2).
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
write the equation of a line that passes through the points (-1,4)and (-6,-2).
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slope = (4--2)/(-1--6) = 6/5
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Form:: y = mx + b
Solve for "b"::
4 = (6/5)(-1) + b
b = 4+(6/5) = 26/5
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Equation:
y = (6/5)x + (26/5)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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