Where m < 0 and b > 0, the graph of y = mx + b (along with the x and y axes) determines a triangular region in Quadrant I. Find an expression for the area of the triangle in terms of m and b.

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Where m < 0 and b > 0, the graph of y = mx + b
(along with the x and y axes) determines a triangular region
in Quadrant I. Find an expression for the area of the triangle
in terms of m and b.
Transcribed Image Text:Where m < 0 and b > 0, the graph of y = mx + b (along with the x and y axes) determines a triangular region in Quadrant I. Find an expression for the area of the triangle in terms of m and b.
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