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Write the equation of the line that passes through the points (-1,-5) and (2,4).

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Answer:

y=3x+1

Explanation:

First, we have to find the slope.
(4-(-5))/(2-(-1)) This comes out to 9/3. This becomes 3. Now we need to find the y-intercept. Now write out how to find the answer. 4=3(2)+b. 4=3+b. Subtract 3 from both sides to get 1=b. Now write out the equation. y=3x+1

User Amann
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the answer is: y=3x+1
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