If (-3, -4) is a point on the line y = mx + 2 find

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2002

If (-3, -4) is a point on the line y = mx + 2 find the value of m.

  • A. -2
  • B. \(\frac{7}{4}\)
  • C. 2
  • D. \(\frac{8}{3}\)

Correct Answer: C. 2

Explanation

If (-3, -4) is a point on the line then

-4 = -3m + 2

-4 - 2 = -3m

-6 = -3m

m = 2



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