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Which of the following is the equation of a line parallel to the line y = 4x + 1, passing through the point (5,1)?

A.4x + y = 19
B.-4x - y = 19
C.4x + y = -19
D.4x - y = 19

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Answer:

d

Explanation:

the correct answer is d i just took the test

User Clive Jefferies
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The correct answer is D) 4x - y = 19

To find this, start by using point-slope form using the slope from the first line (4) and the point given (5, 1). The solve for the constant.

y - y1 = m(x - x1)

y - 1 = 4(x - 5)

y - 1 = 4x - 20

-4x + y - 1 = -20

-4x + y = -19

4x - y = 19

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