Which of the following points lies on the line y = 2x + 3?
We have, y = 2x + 3 (i)
a. (2, 8) [putting x = 2 and y = 8 in (i)]
8 = 2(2) + 3
8 ≠ 7
Thus, A doesn’t lie on the line.
b. (3, 9) [putting x = 3 and y = 9 in (i)]
9 = 2(3) + 3
9 = 9
Thus, B lies on the line.
∴ Option B is correct.