Question

Write the point-slope equation of the line that goes through (4, 6) with a slope of –4.

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Answer 1

y=(1/2)x+4.

Explanation:

m=1/2 Point=(4,6)

y=mx+b

To calculate b we use the x and y of the point

6=1/2(4)+b

6=2+b Subtract 2 from each side.

4=b

ANSWER: The equation in slope-intercept form is: y=(1/2)x+4.