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What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (-6, -5) and has a

slope of -1/2 ?

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Answer:

y = -1/2x - 8

Explanation:

Using y = mx + b

-5 = -1/2(-6) + b Substitute m = -1/2 and point (-6, -5)

-5 = 3 + b

-8 = b

The equation is y = -1/2x - 8

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