Question

Darren is finding the equation in the form y = m x + b for a trend line that passes through the points (2, 18) and (–3, 8). Which value should he use as b in his equation?

Answer 1

14

Explanation:

Answer 2

Find slope
(8-18)/(-3-2) = -10/-5 = 2
Plug it into equation
Y = 2x + b
18 = 2(2) + b, b = 14
He should plug in 14 for b