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What equation defines a line that passes through the point (-2,7) and (6,-9)

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slope = (7 + 9)/(-2 - 6) = 16/-8 = -2

equation
y - 7 = -2(x + 2)
y - 7 = -2x - 4
y = -2x + 3

answer equation: y = -2x + 3

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