Question

graph this line using the slope and y-intercept.

\\y = -\frac{1}{2}x - 6\\

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Explanation:

Identify slope and y-intercept

Using the Slope-Intercept Form knowledge point

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Plot the y-intercept

Using the Graphing Linear Equations knowledge point

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Find a second point using slope

Using the Graphing Linear Equations knowledge point

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Answer:

To graph the line \(y = -\frac{1}{2}x - 6\), plot the following two points on the coordinate plane:

1. y-intercept: \((0, -6)\)
2. Second point: \((2, -7)\) (or any other point satisfying the equation, such as \((-2, -5)\))