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Find the equation of the line

passing through the points (5,2)
and (10, 6).
?
y =
x+ [ ]

Find the equation of the line passing through the points (5,2) and (10, 6). ? y = x-example-1
User Townsfolk
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Explanation:

let eqn be y = mx + b.

m = (6 - 2)/(10 - 5) = 4/5

sub (5, 2):

2 = 4/5(5) + b

b = -2

therefore eqn is y = 4/5x - 2

Topic: coordinate geometry

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User Michael Hahsler
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The answer is: 4/5 + 2
User PizzaHead
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