Question

A line passes through the point (–2, 7) and has a slope of –5. What is the value of a if the point (a, 2) is also on the line?

A. -7
B. -1
C. 1
D. 7

Answer 1

-7

Explanation:

Maybe

Answer 2

y - 7 = -5 (x + 2)
y - 7 = -5x -10
y = -5x -3

-5(x)-3=2
-5x-3=2
-5x=5
x = -1

B