SOLUTION: How do I graph using the slope and y-intercept? x + 3y=9

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Question 456309: How do I graph using the slope and y-intercept?
x + 3y=9

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Find the slope and y-int by solving for y
y = (-1/3)x + 3
Slope m = -1/3, y-int = (0,3)
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Plot (0,3)
From that point, count 3 to the right and 1 down (or 6 over and 2 down) for the 2nd point.
Draw a line thru them.
That's all