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An equation for the line that has a slope of 1/2 and passes through the point (-2,5)

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Answer:


y = 1/2x + 6

Explanation:

Step 1: Find the equation


(y - y_1) = m(x - x_1)


(y - (5)) = 1/2(x - (-2))


y - 5 = 1/2(x + 2)


y - 5 + 5 = 1/2x + 1 + 5


y = 1/2x + 6

Answer:
y = 1/2x + 6

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