SOLUTION: Write an equation of the line that passes through the given point and is parallel to the given line. (18,2), 3y=x-12

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Question 737346: Write an equation of the line that passes through the given point and is parallel to the given line.
(18,2), 3y=x-12

Answer by sachi(548) About Me  (Show Source):
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the given line is 3y=x-12 or y=1/3 x-4
so the slope=1/3
the given point is (18,2)-
y-2=1/3 (x-18)
or 3(y-2)=x-18
or 3y=x-18+6=x-12