Question

Which equation describes the graph?

Answer 1

y=(-3/5)x + 5

Explanation:

Looking at the graph, we can see two clear points; (0,5) and (5, 2). We know that the y-intercept is (0,5) so the b value of the standard form of a line, y=mx+b, is 5. Since we know two points, we can figure out the slope. So, the slope is (5-2)/(0-5) = 3/-5. Therefore the equation of this line is y=(-3/5)x+5. We can check this answer by plugging in points.