Find the equation of a line that has y – intercept – 4 and is parallel to the line joining (2, – 5) and (1, 2).

Given, A line segment joining (2, – 5) and (1, 2) if it cuts off an intercept – 4 from y–axis.

To Find: The equation of that line.


Formula used: The equation of line is y = mx + C


Explanation: Here, The required equation of line is y = mx + c


Now, c = – 4 (Given)


Slope of line joining (x1 – x2) and (y1 – y2) ,


So, Slope of line joining (2, – 5) and (1, 2),


Therefore, m = – 7


Now, The equation of line is y = mx + c


y = –7x – 4


y + 7x + 4 = 0


Hence, The equation of line is y + 7x + 4 = 0.


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