Question

Find the equation of the line passing through the point (2,-4) that is parallel to the line y=3x+2

Answer 1

y=3x-10

Explanation:

When you have to find a parallel line, you take the slope of the other line, so we already know y=3x+b. Then, plug in 2 and -4 as your x and y values and you get -4=3(2)+b. Then solve 3×2=6, so -4=6+b, subtract 6 from both sides, -10=b.