Question

Write an equation in slope-intercept form of the line shown.

Answer 1

y=2x-5

Explanation:

slope intercept form y=mx+b.

(3,1) (1,-3)

Slope is rise over run: 4/2 = 2 so m=2

Substitute point into equation (3,1) y=2x+b

1=2(3)+b

1=6+b

-5=b