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Using the point-slope equation, find the equation containing (-5, -8) and slope m = -3

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Answer:

y+8 = -3(x+5)

Explanation:

The point slope form of a line is

y-y1 = m(x-x1) where m is the slope and (x1.y1) is a point on the line

Given the slope is -3 and the point (-5,-8)

y--8 = -3(x--5)

y+8 = -3(x+5)

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