Question

Write an equation in slope-intercept form for this line.

a line passes through the point (-6,-9) and has a slope of 5/2

Answer 1

Answer: y = 5/2x + 6

Explanation:

y - y₁ = m(x - x₁)

y - (-9) = 5/2(x- (-6))

y + 9 = 5/2(x+ 6)

y +9 = 5/2x + 15

y = 5/2x + 15 - 9

y = 5/2x +6