SOLUTION: How do I graph y=-1/5x-2

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Question 358912: How do I graph y=-1/5x-2
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
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Graph the y-intercept (0,-2).
Then use the slope to find another point, starting at the intercept.
Slope=%28DELTA%2Ay%29%2F%28DELTA%2Ax%29=-1%2F5
So a change in x of 5 will give a change in y of -1.
Starting from the y-intercept,
X:0%2B5=5
Y:-2-1=-3
(5,-3) is another point on the line.