Question

A line passes through the points (2,–5) and (–2,–3). What is its equation in point-slope form?
Use one of the specified points in your equation. Write your answer using integers, proper fractions, and improper fractions. Simplify all fractions.

Answer 1

Slope m = (-3 - (-5))/(-2 - 2) = 2/(-4) = -1/2. Using point (2, -5):

y + 5 = -1/2 (x - 2)