Write an equation for the line that passes through (0, -2) and whose slope is ½.
y = 1/2x + 2

y = -1/2x -2

y = 1/2x – 2

y = -2x + ½

Question

Write an equation for the line that passes through (0, -2) and whose slope is ½.   
y = 1/2x + 2
       
y = -1/2x -2
       
 y = 1/2x – 2
        
y = -2x + ½

whpalmer4 · Answer

Use the formula $y - y_0 = m(x-x_0)$ to write the equation of a line passing through the point $x_0,y_0$ with slope $m$.  Then solve for y and match with your answer choices.

anonymous · Answer

Oh okay I get it

texaschic101 · Answer

y - y1 = m(x - x1)      set 1(0,-2)      slope 1/2
Let me get you started...
sub in your info into the formula..
y - (-2) = 1/2(x - 0) (distribute through the parenthesis)
y + 2 = 1/2x 
Now, put this into the y = mx + b formula and you will have your answer

anonymous · Answer

:) thanks

jdoe0001 · Answer

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