SOLUTION: write an equation in standard form of the line satisfying the given conditions: passes through (1,-4) and (-6,8)

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Question 32550This question is from textbook Glencoe algebra 1
: write an equation in standard form of the line satisfying the given conditions: passes through (1,-4) and (-6,8) This question is from textbook Glencoe algebra 1

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Use formula (y-y1)/(x-x1) = (y2-y1)/(x2-x1)
=> (y+4)/(x-1) = (8+4)/(-6-1)
=> (y+4)/(x-1) = -12/7
=>7y+28 = -12x+12
=> 12x+7y = -16
Answer: Desirable equation is 12x+7y = -16