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Find the equation of the line passing through the points (3, 3) and (4, 5). y = [? ]x + [ ] ​

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Answer:

  • y = 2x - 6

Explanation:

Given points

  • (3, 3) and (4, 5)

Slope is:

  • m = (5-3)/(4-3) = 2/1 = 2

Using point (3, 3) to find the y-intercept

  • 3 = 3*3 + b
  • b = 3 - 9
  • b = -6

The line is

  • y = 2x - 6
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