Question

Using point-slope form, write the equation of the line that passes through (–3, 2) and has a slope of 5. A. (y – 2) = 5(x + 3) B. (y – 2) = 5(x – 3) C. (y + 2) = 5(x – 3) D. (y + 2) = –5(x + 3)

Answer 1

A. (y - 2) = 5(x + 3)

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

Point-Slope Form: y - y₁ = m(x - x₁)

• x₁ - x coordinate
• y₁ - y coordinate
• m - slope

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Point (-3, 2)

Slope m = 5

Step 2: Write Equation

Substitute in variables into general form.

y - 2 = 5(x + 3)