SOLUTION: Write an equation for the line that is parallel to the given line and that passes through the given point. y = 3/4 – 9; (–8, –18)

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Question 892344: Write an equation for the line that is parallel to the given line and that passes through the given point.
y = 3/4 – 9; (–8, –18)

Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I'm assuming you meant,
y=%283%2F4%29x-9
Parallel lines have identical slopes and unique y-intercepts.
y=%283%2F4%29x%2Bb
Use the point to solve for b
-18=%283%2F4%29%28-8%29%2Bb
-18=-6%2Bb
b=-12
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highlight%28y=%283%2F4%29x-12%29
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