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Write an equation in slope-intercept form that passes through the point (3,7) and has a y-intercept of 4.

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Answer:

y = x + 4

Explanation:

Slope Formula:
m=(y_2-y_1)/(x_2-x_1)

Slope-Intercept Form: y = mx + b

Step 1: Define variables and points

b = 4

Random point (3, 7)

Step 2: Find slope

m = (7 - 4)/(3 - 0)

m = 3/3

m = 1

y = x + b

Step 3: Rewrite linear equation

y = x + 4

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