SOLUTION: How do I write the equation of the line w/ slope 2/3 that passes through (4,-5)? I need to give the answer in slope intercept form.

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Question 467687: How do I write the equation of the line w/ slope 2/3 that passes through (4,-5)? I need to give the answer in slope intercept form.
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, ewatrrr:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Use y = mx + b and the given point to find b. b is the y-intercept. You know the slope, it's 2/3

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 

Hi,

 



line w/ slope 2/3 that passes through (4,-5)

 y = (2/3)x + b  |Using ordered pair (4,-5) to solve for b

-5 = (2/3)*4 + b

-15/3 = 8/3 + b

 -23/3 = b

 y = (2/3)x - 23/3