Question

The linear equation when b = 5 and m = –2 is y = 5x – 2. y = 5x + 2. y = –2x – 5. y = –2x + 5.

Answer 1

GIVEN :

The linear equation when b=5 and m=-2 is,

i) y = 5x - 2

ii) y = 5x + 2

iii) y = -2x - 5

iv) y = -2x + 5

TO FIND :

The correct linear equation.

SOLUTION :

Given that the values are b=5 and m=-2

The standard equation for the linear equation with the slope and intercept form is :

y=mx+b

Substitute the values in the formula we get,

y=(-2)x+5

y=-2x+5

∴ option iv) y=-2x+5 is correct

∴ The linear equation when b=5 and m=-2 is y=-2x+5