Question

A line with a slope of 1 passes through (9,7). what is it’s equation in slope intercept form

Answer 1

y = x - 2

Explanation:

Slope intercept form: y = mx + b

Slope is given: 1

(x, y) is given: (9, 7)

Plug in values:

7 = (1)(9) + b

Solve for b:

b + 9 = 7

b = -2

Rewrite the equation:

y = x - 2