Question

Point-slope form

Complete the point-slope equation of the line through
(-1, 6) and (1, 5).
Use exact numbers.
y-6= ?

Answer 1

Answer: y - 6 = -(1/2)(x+1)

Explanation:

1. First step is to remember point slope form (a common way of expressing the equation for a line).

y - y1 = m(x - x1)

2. Next fill in the data we are given.

y - 6 = m(x -(-1)) ----> y - 6 = m(x + 1)

3. Next step is to find the value of the slope (m) using slope formula.

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

4. Fill in the data

m = (5 - 6) / (1 +1) = - 1 /2

5. Add the calculated slope to the point slope form.

y - 6 = -(1/2)(x+1)