Question

(30 points) the line contains the point (5,-7) and is parallel to 4x+ 3y =-9 The equation of the line is:

Answer 1

4x +3y = -1

Explanation:

To find the new constant for the equation, use the given x- and y-values:

4(5) +3(-7) = 20 -21 = -1

The equation of the parallel line in standard form is ...

4x +3y = -1