What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (4,-7) and has a slope of -3?

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Daphnie O.

asked • 09/01/20

A line passes through the point (4,-7) and has a slope of -3. Write an equation in slope intercept form for this line

1 Expert Answer

Arturo O. answered • 09/01/20

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y = mx + b

m = -3

y = -3x + b

Find b from the given point.

-7 = -3(4) + b

b = 5

y = -3x + 5

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