Question

Find the equation of the line given

the gradient
Parrallel to the line y= - 2x+4
point ( 1-3)
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Answer 1

y = -2x - 1

Explanation:

Step 1: Find the parallel line

y = -2x + b

Step 2: Solve for b

-3 = -2(1) + b

-3 = -2 + b

b = -1

Step 3: Write parallel equation

y = -2x - 1