Question

The points (-5, r) and (2, 3) lie on a line with slope 2. Find the missing coordinate r.

Answer 1

Explanation:

I will use the formula for finding the slope of a line.

rise/run = y2 - y1/x2 - x1

3 - r/2 - -5

We will subtract 2 from -5. 2 - -5 = 7

Since the slope is 2, and 2 - -5 = 7, then 3 - r = 7x2 = 14.

3 - 14 = -11

r = -11