SOLUTION: Write an equation for the line that passes through (1,-4) and is parallel to the line 4y=x-16

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Question 988115: Write an equation for the line that passes through (1,-4) and is parallel to the line 4y=x-16
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
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Parallel line would have the same form as the given line but different constant.
4y=x%2BD
Use the point to solve for D,
4%28-4%29=1%2BD
-16=1%2BD
D=-17
4y=x-17
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