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Write the slope-intercept form of the equation given the slope and one point on the line.

(-5,1); slope = -1
I don't understand this please help and show me how you got your answer so I can understand and do the rest on my own. Thank you ​

User Krinker
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Answer:

Y= -x-4

(-1,-3)

Explanation:

Simply plot the point (-5,1) and draw in a line with a slope of -1. Take the slope of this line and the point it crosses the y-axis and use them to set up slope intercept form.

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