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Write an equation for the line that is parallel to y = −2x and passes through the point (0, −7).

A) y = 2x + 7
B) y = 2x − 7
C) y = −2x + 7
D) y = −2x − 7

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Answer:

D) y = -2x − 7

Explanation:

Parallel lines have the same slope, so m = -2.

The y-intercept is (0, -7), so b = -7.

Therefore, the line is y = -2x − 7.

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