Question

Write the point-slope form of the line that passes through (-8, 2) and is parallel to a line with a slope of -8.. Include all of your work in your final answer. Type your answer in the box provided or use the upload option to submit your solution.

Answer 1

point - slope form is (y - b) = m (x - a), where m is the slope and (a,b) is the point.

Here m = - 8 ..... becasue parallel lines have the same slope

and (a,b) is (-8,2).

So, the point-slope equation of the line is:

y - 2 = - 8 ( x - (- 8) )

y - 2 = - 8 ( x + 8)

Answer: y - 2 = - 8 (x + 8)