Question

Write a linear equation in slope-intercept form with the given information.

passes through (6,3) and (14, -5)

Answer 1

First find slope by finding change in y over change in x.
(-5-3)/(14-6)
-8/8
-1

Slope = -1

Now plug in slope and one set of x and y values to find b (y intercept).
3= -1(6)+b
3=-6+b
9=b

Final answer: y= -x+9