Write the equation of a line that has a slope of -3 and passes through the point (1,2). Answer in general form. 3x - 5y + 5 = 0 3x + 5y - 5 = 0 3x - y - 5 = 0 3x + y - 5 = 0
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We need to find the equation of a line with a slope of -3 that passes through the point (1,2). The answer should be in general form, which is \(Ax + By + C = 0\). Show more…
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