Question

What are m and b in the linear equation 5 + 12x + 1 + 15x = y?

Answer 1

Answer: m = 27, b = 6

Explanation:

1. Start by combining like terms

6 + 27x = y

2. Rearrange into standard form (y = mx +b)

y = 27x +6

Interpret the values:

m = slope -> 27

b = y-intercept -> 6