Find the equation to the straight line which passes through the point (5, 6) and has intercepts on the axes

Question

Find the equation to the straight line which passes through the point (5, 6) and has intercepts on the axes Equal in magnitude but opposite in sign

Philoid · Accepted Answer

Given:

Here, b = -a

To find:

The equation of line cutoff intercepts from the axes.

Explanation:

So, the equation of the line is

Formula used:

⇒ x – y =a

The line passes through the point (5, 6) So equation satisfy the points,

⇒5 – 6 = a

⇒ a = -1

The equation of the line is x – y = -1