Determine the correct equation for the line passing through the point (2,22) with a slope of 7.
A) $y = 7 x - 8$
B) $y = 7 x + 8$
C) $y = - 7 x + 8$
D) $y = \frac { 1 } { 7 } x + 8$
E) $y = - 7 x - 8$

Question

Determine the correct equation for the line passing through the point (2,22) with a slope of 7. 
A) $y = 7 x - 8$
B) $y = 7 x + 8$
C) $y = - 7 x + 8$
D) $y = \frac { 1 } { 7 } x + 8$
E) $y = - 7 x - 8$

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The equation of a line with slope m and passing through the point (x1, y1) is given by y - y1 = m(x - x1). Substituting the given values, we get y - 22 = 7(x - 2), which simplifies to y = 7x + 8.

Determine the Correct Equation for the Line Passing Through the Point