Question

Write an equation of a line in standard form
passes through (35,42) and (15,-2)

Answer 1

`y=(11)/(5)x-35`

Explanation:

The equation of a line is y=mx+b

Plug in the points

35m+b=42 (1)

15m+b=-2 (2)

(1)-(2)

20m = 44

m = 11/5

33+b=-2

b=-35

`y=(11)/(5)x-35`