Write an equation in slope intercept form (4,-2) (0,-5)

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Droidpl · Answer 1 · 2022-03-01T17:42:21+0000

Answer:

y=-7/4x+5

Explanation:

The line contains points at (4,-2) and (0,-5)

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

(4,-2) =(x1,y1)

(0,-5) = (x2,y2)

(-2-5) / (4-0)

-7 / 4 = -7/4

y= -7/4x + b

plug in points for x and y to find b

-2=-7/4(4)+b

-2=-7+b

5=b

y=-7/4x+5