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Find the equation of the line that has a slope of 3 and passes through (-1, 2)

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Answer:

y= 3x+5

Explanation:

start with the linear equation formula

y= mx+b

indentify what you already have.

x= -1 and y= 2 and m(slope)= 3

We are solving for b, so plug in what you have.

2= 3(-1)+b

Simplify.

2= -3+b

Add 3 on both sides.

5= b

Rewrite your equation with the x and y values.

y= 3x+5

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