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Write the equation of a line that goes through the point (5, -6) and is parallel to the line y = 2x + 7.

User Optimus
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V= 2x-16
Explanation:
two parallel lines have the same slope (2)
the other equation es:
4-(-6) =2(2 - 5)
4 + 6=22 - 10
User Imnickvaughn
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Answer:

y = 2x -16

Explanation:

two parallel lines have the same slope (2)

the other equation es:


y-(-6)=2(x-5)


y+6=2x-10


y=2x-10-6


y=2x-16

Hope this helps

User Khinsu
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