Algebra-1

Ryan’s equation is . The graph shows:

A decreasing line (not increasing), so the slope should be negative.

The line passes through the points (0, 5) and (2, 0).

Why Ryan is incorrect:

Slope: Ryan's slope is (positive), which means the line would be increasing. However, the line in the graph is decreasing, indicating a negative slope. The correct slope is .

Y-intercept: The y-intercept is correctly 5, as the line passes through (0, 5).

Correct Equation: With a negative slope and the correct y-intercept, the equation should be: 

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