Question

Write the equation of a line in slope intercept form passing through the point 5, -3 and 8, negative 12. Show your work to get full credit

Answer 1

y=-3x+12

Explanation:

first find the slope by calculating the change in y and x --> m=-12- -3/8-5 = -9/3

m=-3

to find b you can use either of the x y points and plug them into the equation.

ex:

-3=-3(5)+b

then it's just basic algebra