SOLUTION: Explain how it is possible to write the linear function rule for a line by using the point and the rate of change given below. (0, -6);m = 3/4

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Question 1068779: Explain how it is possible to write the linear function rule for a line by using the point and the rate of change given below.
(0, -6);m = 3/4
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Explain how it is possible to write the linear function rule for a line by using the point and the rate of change given below.
(0, -6);m = 3/4
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If it is linear it has this form: y = mx + b
You are given, x = 0 , y = -6, m = 3/4
Solve for "b"
-6 = (3/4)0 + b
b = -6
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Ans:: y = (3/4)x -6
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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