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Write the point-slope form of the given line that passes through the points (-4, -1) and (3, -3). Identify (x1, y1) as (-4, -1).

User Pradeepa
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Answer:

y + 1 = -2/7 ( x + 4)

Explanation:

Find the slope using y₂ - y₁ /x₂ - x₁

-3 + 1 / 3 + 4 = m

-2/7 = m

Plug the m, x and y into the equation y - y₁ = m ( x - x₁)

y + 1 = -2/7 (x + 4)


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