Question

(8,12) and (x,9) where m = -1/2

Answer 1

Explanation:

The slope of a line between two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) is given by:

m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

In this case, we are given that m = -1/2, so substituting in the two points we have:

-1/2 = (9 - 12) / (x - 8)

Expanding and simplifying the equation:

-1/2 = -3 / (x - 8)

Multiplying both sides by -2:

1 = 3 / (x - 8)

Multiplying both sides by (x - 8):

x - 8 = 3

Adding 8 to both sides:

x = 11

So the x-coordinate of the second point is x = 11.