SOLUTION: How do I write an equation for a line that passes through points (-3,5) and is parallel to a line with the equation of (y=-2x+3)?

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Question 256323: How do I write an equation for a line that passes through points (-3,5) and is parallel to a line with the equation of (y=-2x+3)?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
parallel means same slope

y = -2x + b ___ substitute the coordinates to find b

5 = -2(-3) + b ___ -1 = b

the equation is ___ y = -2x - 1