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write the equation if the line in slope- intercept form that passes through (7,-4) with a slope of -1.

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Answer:

y = -x +3

Explanation:

The point-slope form can be a useful place to start.

y -k = m(x -h) . . . . . line with slope m through point (h, k)

You require the line ...

y -(-4) = -1(x -7)

y = -x +7 -4 . . . . . . . . eliminate parentheses, add -4

y = -x +3 . . . . . . . . . slope-intercept form

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