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Write an equation for a line parallel to y=3x-2 and passing through the point (3,8)

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Answer:

y = 3x - 1

Explanation:

y = mx + b

y = 3x -2

m = slope Parallel line have the same slope

(3,8)

y = 3x + b

8 = 3(3) + b

8 = 9 + b

-9 -9

-1 = b

y = 3x - 1

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