Question

What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (-1,6)and has a slope of −1

Answer 1

y = -x + 5

Explanation:

slop m = -1, x = -1, y = 6

y = mx + b

6 = (-1)(-1) + b

6 = 1 + b

b = 5

so y = -x + 5