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What is the minimum number of points needed to determine the equation of a line containing those points ?

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Hello!

To determine the equation of a line, you need only two points to prove where the line is and the equation. One point could be going anywhere. You need two to show what direction it is going and the equation.

The answer is two points.

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A linear equation requires only 2 points.

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