SOLUTION: Help!! Find the slope intercept equation of the line that has given characteristics. Slope 4.5 and y intercept point (0,-6) the slope intercept equation y = ?

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Question 230761: Help!!
Find the slope intercept equation of the line that has given characteristics.
Slope 4.5 and y intercept point (0,-6)
the slope intercept equation y = ?
Answer by unlockmath(1688) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
The equation for slope intercept is:
y = mx + b
Since you know the slope, replace m with 4.5 and you have the y intercept at -6 which will replace b, therefore:
y = 4.5x - 6
RJ Toftness
Author of "Unlock the Mystery to Math"
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