Question

Which point is located on the line represented by the equation y + 4 = –5(x – 7)?

(-4, 7)

(-7, 4)

(7, -4)

(4, -7)

Answer 1

(7,-4)

Explanation:

y + 4 = -5(x-7) Substitute in 7 for x and -4 for y

-4 + 4 = -5 (7-7)

0 = 5(0)

0 = 0 This is a true statement.