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Write an equation in slope intercept form that passes through (-6,-2) and has a y- intercept at y=-5

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Explanation:

So we have the points (-6,-2) and (0,-5).

finding the slope,

m=(-6-0)/(-2+5)=(-6)/3=-2.

this means the equation is y=-2x-5.

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