Question

Write an equation in slope intercept form given the following m = 5/4 and passing through (- 4, - 3)

Answer 1

Y = 5/4x + 2


y - (-3) = 5/4 ( x - (-4))

1. Distribute 5/4

y + 3 = 5/4x + 5

2. Subtract three to collect like terms

y = 5/4x + 2