Question

What is the equation of a parallel line to y=-5x+2 that passes through the point (-1, 4)?

Answer 1

y=-5x-1

Explanation:

If parallel lines, then the slope is the same.

y=-5x+b

To solve for b, plug in (-1,4)

(4)=-5(-1)+b

4=5+b

-1=b **Subtract 5 from both sides**

y=-5x-1