Write an equation in slope-intercept form for the line with y-intercept -1 and slope 2/5

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Johnny Zabala · Answer 1 · 2021-03-27T10:34:24+0000

Answer:

y = 2/5x - 1

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

Slope-Intercept Form: y = mx + b

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Slope m = 2/5

y-intercept b = -1

Step 2: Write linear equation

Substitute into the general format.

y = 2/5x - 1