Question

Write the equation in slope-intercept form of the line that passes through

the points (5, 4) and (-1,6)

Answer 1

Answer: y = -1/3x + 17/3

Explanation:

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Formula: y = mx + b

Step 1 - Find M

m = (6 - 4) / (-1 - 5) = -2/6 = -1/3

The m is the slope.

Step 2 - Use (5, 4) to find point B

y = -1/3x + b

4 = 1/3 * 5 + b

b = 17/3

Answer: y = -1/3x + 17/3

You will plugin 4 for y and b is the intercept.

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