SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given. Express your answer in the form y=mx+b (-2,6); 8x=5y+3

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Question 309095: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given. Express your answer in the form y=mx+b
(-2,6); 8x=5y+3

Answer by nyc_function(2741) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
HINT: The equation that you are searching for must have the same slope since it is parallel to the given equation.
Use the point-slope formula: y - y1 = m(x - x1)
Can you do it now?