Question

What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (-5, – 7) and has a

slope of 2/5

Answer 1

y = 2/5x -5

Explanation:

y = mx + c,

where m = slope and c = y intercept (where the line passes the y axis)

Let's substitute the values into the formula:

-7 = 2/5 * -5 + c

-7 = -2 + c

We need to find c

c = -7 - - 2 = -5

c = -5

Convert the formula back to normal and add values of m and c:

y = 2/5x -5