Math Problem Statement
y+4=-6(x-9) Can you find the equation of the line in general form?
Solution
To find the equation of the line in general form, let's start with the given equation:
Step 1: Expand the equation
Distribute to :
Step 2: Rearrange to general form
Move all terms to one side of the equation:
Final Answer:
The general form of the equation is:
Would you like me to verify this or explain any step further?
Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:
- Can you graph this equation to verify the solution?
- How do you convert a general form equation back into slope-intercept form?
- What are the slope and y-intercept of this line?
- How do you find the x- and y-intercepts from the general form equation?
- Can this equation be expressed in standard form (Ax + By = C) with ?
Tip: When working with equations in general form, ensure are integers and for consistency.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
General Form of a Line
Algebraic Manipulation
Formulas
Point-slope form: y - y1 = m(x - x1)
General form: Ax + By + C = 0
Theorems
Basic properties of linear equations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10