Q. 52 - Precalculus Enhanced with Graphing Utilities

Question

Find an equation for the line with the given properties. Express your answer using either the general form or the slope–intercept form of the equation of a line, whichever you prefer. 

Slope is $-2$, y-intercept $-2$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The equation of line is $y=-2x-2$

Step 1. Given Information

The given slope and y-intercept are $-2 and -2$ respectively.

Step 2. Calculation

Use the slope intercept form of an equation and substitute the given values in it.

$$\begin{gathered} y=mx+b \\ y=-2x+(-2) \\ y=-2x-2 \end{gathered}$$