Write the equation of a line that passes through (1, - 3) and (2, - 5) .

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Answer:

y = -2x - 1

Standard form: 2x + y + 1 = 0

Explanation:

Slope = (-5 - - 3)/(2 - 1)

Slope = -2/1 = -2

b = -3 - (-2)(1)

= -3 +2 = -1

y = -2x -1

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