Question

Write a linear equation that passes through the point (2,-9) and has a slope of -5

Answer 1

Answer:

• y = -5x + 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:

• The slope m = -5 and point (2, -9)

Use point slope form:

• y - y₁ = m(x - x₁), where (x₁, y₁) is the given point

So the equation is:

• y - (-9) = -5(x - 2)
• y + 9 = -5x + 10
• y = -5x + 1