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Using the slope formula, if y = -46, slope is 6, and the y-intercept is -13, solve for x. Slope formula: y = mx + b (Note: Only put number in text box-for example -3) Your Answer:

User Niko Nyman
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Answer:

x = -
(11)/(2)

Explanation:

rearrange the formula, giving x in terms of b, y and m

given y = mx + b ( subtract b from both sides )

mx = y - b ( divide both sides by m )

x =
(y-b)/(m)

evaluate using y = - 46, m = 6 and b = - 13

x =
(-46-(-13))/(6) =
(-33)/(6) = -
(11)/(2)


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