Algebra 1

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ISBN 13: 978-0-13350-040-0

Chapter 5 - Linear Functions - 5-4 Point-Slope Form - Lesson Check - Page 316: 2

Answer

$y+8=-2(x-3)$

Work Step by Step

The point-slope form of an equation of a non-vertical line with slope $m$ through the point $(x_1,y_1)$ is $y-y_1=m(x-x_1)$. We plug in $3$ for $x_1$, $-8$ for $y_1$, and $-2$ for $m$ to get the equation: $y-(-8)=-2(x-3)$ We simplify: $y+8=-2(x-3)$
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