How to solve
Two points determine a unique line. Slope is rise over run; then solve for b using either point in y = mx + b.
Steps
- Compute m = (y₂ − y₁)/(x₂ − x₁).
- Plug one point into y = mx + b to find b.
- Write y = mx + b, or enter m,b if asked.
Example
A(0, 1) and B(2, 5)
- m = 4/2 = 2.
- b = 1.
- y = 2x + 1.
Answer: y=2x+1
How to type answers
- Enter y=mx+b or m,b when fractions appear
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