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Write an equation in slope-intercept form for the line that has a slope of -2 and passes through the point (5,8).

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Answer:

y=-2x+18

Explanation:

First, put the coordinate in the y=mx+b equation:

8=-2(5)+b

8=-10+b

18=b

So, the answer is y=-2x+18

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