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write the equation in slope intercept form for the line that passes through the point (1,2) and has a slope of -5

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Answer:

y = -5 × 1 + 2

Explanation:

  1. y = y, m = slope, x = x point given (1), b = y point given, unless a zero (2)
  2. Formula - y = mx + b
  3. Plug it in
  4. y = -5 × 1 + 2
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