Graph the line with slope -2/3 passing through the point (-4,5).

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Graph the line with slope -2/3 passing through the point (-4,5).
**Graphing a Line Through a Given Point with a Given Slope**

Objective: Learn to graph a line with a specific slope passing through a given point.

**Task:**

- Graph the line with a slope of \(-\frac{2}{3}\) passing through the point \((-4, 5)\).

**Instructions:**

1. **Identify the given point**: \((-4, 5)\).
2. **Understand the slope**: A slope of \(-\frac{2}{3}\) means for every 3 units you move horizontally to the right, you move 2 units down.
3. **Plot the initial point**: Start at \((-4, 5)\) on the graph.
4. **Use the slope to find another point**:
   - From \((-4, 5)\), move 3 units right to \((-1, 5)\).
   - Then, move 2 units down to reach the point \((-1, 3)\).
5. **Draw the line**: Connect these points with a straight line extending in both directions.

**Note:** The graph on the left shows coordinate axes ranging from \(-10\) to \(10\) on both axes. Use the tools provided (pencil, eraser) to adjust your graph if necessary.

Ensure accuracy by clicking "Check" after plotting to verify the line is correct. For further clarification, access the "Explanation" section.
Transcribed Image Text:**Graphing a Line Through a Given Point with a Given Slope** Objective: Learn to graph a line with a specific slope passing through a given point. **Task:** - Graph the line with a slope of \(-\frac{2}{3}\) passing through the point \((-4, 5)\). **Instructions:** 1. **Identify the given point**: \((-4, 5)\). 2. **Understand the slope**: A slope of \(-\frac{2}{3}\) means for every 3 units you move horizontally to the right, you move 2 units down. 3. **Plot the initial point**: Start at \((-4, 5)\) on the graph. 4. **Use the slope to find another point**: - From \((-4, 5)\), move 3 units right to \((-1, 5)\). - Then, move 2 units down to reach the point \((-1, 3)\). 5. **Draw the line**: Connect these points with a straight line extending in both directions. **Note:** The graph on the left shows coordinate axes ranging from \(-10\) to \(10\) on both axes. Use the tools provided (pencil, eraser) to adjust your graph if necessary. Ensure accuracy by clicking "Check" after plotting to verify the line is correct. For further clarification, access the "Explanation" section.
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