What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (-1,6)and has a slope of −1

Nate Raw asked Oct 24, 2023

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Nate Raw asked Oct 24, 2023

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Answer:

y = -x + 5

Explanation:

slop m = -1, x = -1, y = 6

y = mx + b

6 = (-1)(-1) + b

6 = 1 + b

b = 5

so y = -x + 5

Rahil Sharma answered Oct 28, 2023

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