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Write an equation for a line with a slope of (-2) and the point (5,9)

Write an equation for a line with a slope of (-2) and the point (5,9)-example-1
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Answer:

2x+y-19=0

Explanation:

Slope = -2

The line passes through the points (5,9)

The equation of the line is

y-9 = -2(x-5) (Gradient and 1 point form)

y-9 = -2x+10

2x+y-19 = 0

User Oto Shavadze
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