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Write a linear equation that passes through the point (2,-9) and has a slope of -5
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Write a linear equation that passes through the point (2,-9) and has a slope of -5

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Answer:

  • y = -5x + 1

Explanation:

Given:

  • The slope m = -5 and point (2, -9)

Use point slope form:

  • y - y₁ = m(x - x₁), where (x₁, y₁) is the given point

So the equation is:

  • y - (-9) = -5(x - 2)
  • y + 9 = -5x + 10
  • y = -5x + 1
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