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Find the equation of the line with Slope = 3 and passing through (4, 10) .write your equation in the form y=mx+b

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The slope is given so you straight away apply it to the equation,

Y=mx+b

Y=3x+b

Now replace the points x and y to find b (y-intercept)

10=3(4)+b

10-12=b

b= -2

Final answer:

Y=3x-2

Hope that answers your question and best of wishes!!
User J Kluseczka
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