SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given line. Express your answer in the form 
y=mx+b.
(6,7); 
x+8y=7
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-> SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given line. Express your answer in the form 
y=mx+b.
(6,7); 
x+8y=7
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You can put this solution on YOUR website! Write an equation of the line containing the given point and parallel to the given line. Express your answer in the form
y=mx+b.
(6,7)
x+8y=7
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Find the slope, m, of the line.
Then use y = mx + b and the point to find b.
Then you're done.