How to write the equation in point slope form given x-intercept of -4 and a y-intercept of -1?

Cameron Mccarthy

Cameron Mccarthy

Answered question

2023-02-09

How to write the equation in point slope form given x-intercept of -4 and a y-intercept of -1?

Answer & Explanation

Magdalena Anthony

Magdalena Anthony

Beginner2023-02-10Added 6 answers

Given the x and y intercepts, we know two points of the line;
(-4,0), and (0,-1).
We can use these points to find the slope of the line using the slope formula.
- 1 - 0 0 - ( - 4 ) = - 1 4
We can now write our equation because we have both the slope and the y-intercept
y = m x + b
y = - 1 4 x - 4

Do you have a similar question?

Recalculate according to your conditions!

Ask your question.
Get an expert answer.

Let our experts help you. Answer in as fast as 15 minutes.

Didn't find what you were looking for?