Question

Write an equation of the line that passes through the points (3,8) and (-1,-12)

Answer 1

Answer:

y = 5x - 7

Step-by-step explanation:

m (slope) = (-12 - 8) / (-1 -3) = 5

b (y intercept) = 8 - 5 x 3 = -7

equation: y = 5x - 7