Question

Using complete sentences, explain how to find the equation of the line, in standard form and slope–intercept form, passing through (3, 6) and (–2, –4). Also compare the benefits of writing an equation in standard form to the benefits of writing an equation in slope–intercept form.<33

Answer 1

1. compute (-4-6)/(-2-3). This will be the slope.
2. take any coordinate, ex, write (y-6) = slope * (x-3).
3. Expand and get the equation in the other form

Answer 2

Writing in intercept form, directly lets u know whether the intercept is powsitive or negative on each axis and thus lets you know where the line crosses the axes.