Answer:
Line 1 passes through (5, -9) and (0, -5)
We are going to use slope-intercept form of a linear equation.
First we are going to find the slope of the line.
m= -5- (-9)
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0-5
m=4/-5
Now substitute in the point to find the y-intercept:
Either point can be used. I am using point (0,-5)
y=-4/5x+b
-5=-4/5(0)+b
-5=b
So, the linear equation is y=-4/5x-5
Line 2 passes through (-3, 8) and (1, 3)
m=3-8
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1-(-3)
m=-5/4
Use slope intercept form and substitute in either point
I am using point (1,3)
y=-5/4x+b
3=-5/4(1)+b
3=-5/4+b
3+5/4=b
17/4=b
Therefore, the equation of Line 2 is y= -5/4x+17/4
Line 1: y=-4/5x-5 Line 2: y=-5/4x+17/4