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Write an equation for a line with a slope of -2, and a y-intercept of 1.

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Answer:

y = -2x + 1

Explanation:

Use slope intercept form, y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y intercept:

Plug in the slope and y intercept:

y = mx + b

y = -2x + 1

So, the equation of the line is y = -2x + 1

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