Precalculus (10th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-32197-907-9
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-907-0

Chapter 5 - Exponential and Logarithmic Functions - 5.8 Exponential Growth and Decay Models; Newton's Law; Logistic Growth and Decay Models - 5.8 Assess Your Understanding - Page 334: 30

Answer

$y=-\frac{3}{2}x+7$

Work Step by Step

With the given two points, we have $m=\frac{-5-1}{8-4}=-\frac{3}{2}$. Use the 1st point, we have $y-1=-\frac{3}{2}(x-4)$ or $y=-\frac{3}{2}x+7$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.