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write an equation in point-slope form for the line through the given point with the given slope. (8, -3); m= -1/4

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Answer:

y - 3 = -1/4 (x - 8)

Explanation:

When writing point-slope it should be arranged as showed("<" Is an arrow btw):

y - y = m (x - x)

y - y(< y-coordinate of known point)= m(< slope) (x - x(< x-coordinate of known point))

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