Question

rewrite the equation in ax + by = c form. use integers for a, b, and c. y = \\(\frac{1}{2}\\)x - 1

Explanation:

Step1: Move x term to left

Subtract $\frac{1}{2}x$ from both sides: $y - \frac{1}{2}x = -1$

Step2: Eliminate fraction

Multiply all terms by 2: $2y - x = -2$

Step3: Rearrange to Ax + By = C

Rewrite as $-x + 2y = -2$ or multiply by -1: $x - 2y = 2$ (both valid, A=1, B=-2, C=2 or A=-1, B=2, C=-2; integers used)

Answer:

$x - 2y = 2$ (or equivalent like $-x + 2y = -2$)