Question

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:

Answer 1

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)`