Complete the equation of the line through(−6,−5),(-4,-4)

y=ax+b

bring in (-6,-5)

=>-5=-6a+b

=>6a-5=b

bring in (-4,-4)

=>-4=-4a+b

=>4a-4=b

b=6a-5=4a-4

6a-5=4a-4

2a=1

a=1/2

then b=6*(1/2)-5=-2

y=ax+b

=>y=(1/2)x-2

vwhat effect does the word head have on the meaning of this passage?

a. it demonstrates how intelligent he was.

b. it shows he was a favorite of the teachers.

c. it indicates he would be a good preacher.

d. it reveals how self-important he was.

how does the choice of the word head contribute to the passage’s tone?

a. it offers a sense of entitlement.

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