Question

Write the point-slope form of the equation of the line that passes through the points (-8, 2) and (1, -4). Include your work in your final answer. Type your answer in the box provided or use the upload option to submit your solution.

Answer 1

The point-slope form can be simplified from the 2-point form.

y +4 = (-4-2)/(1-(-8))*(x -1) . . . . 2-point form
y +4 = -6/9(x -1)
y +4 = -2/3(x -1) . . . . . point-slope form

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Above is the usual form associated with the term "point-slope form." I prefer a form with the y-value of the point added to both sides:
.. y = -2/3(x -1) -4