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Write the equation in slope intercept form of a line with m = 3 that passes through (2,-1)

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Answer:

y = 3x - 7

Explanation:

Use the slope intercept formula [ y = mx + b ], the slope, and the point given to find the y-intercept.

-1 = 3(2) + b

-1 = 6 + b

-7 = b

Now input the values we solved for and what we are given back into the formula.

y = 3x - 7

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