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What is the equation of the line that passes through the point ( 2 , − 3 ) (2,−3) and has a slope of 2

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Answer: y = 2x -7

Explanation:

The equation of a line is in the form y = mx + b

We know m = 2

So, y = 2x + b

we need to find b, and we can use either point given to find it:

lets use (2, -3):

-3 = 2(2) + b

-7 = b

now we know, the line's equation is y = 2x -7

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