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2. Write an equation for the (straight) line that passes through the points (-7,8) and (5,-10). Express your result in y= mx+b form.

College Algebra (MindTap Course List)

12th Edition

ISBN:9781305652231

Author:R. David Gustafson, Jeff Hughes

Publisher:R. David Gustafson, Jeff Hughes

Chapter2: Functions And Graphs

Section2.4: Writing And Graphing Equations Of Lines

Problem 77E: Find the equation of the line perpendicular to the line y=3 and passing through the midpoint of the...

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2. Write an equation for the (straight) line that passes through the points (–7,8) and (5,–10).
Express your result in y=mx+b form.

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