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Which equation is equivalent to y−2=−3(x+1)y - 2 = -3(x + 1)?

A

y=−3x−1y = -3x - 1

B

y=−3x+1y = -3x + 1

C

y=−3x−5y = -3x - 5

D

y=−3x+5y = -3x + 5

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the correct answer. Simplify point-slope form.

  1. Distribute: y−2=−3x−3y - 2 = -3x - 3.
  2. Add 2: y=−3x−3+2y = -3x - 3 + 2.
  3. Result: y=−3x−1y = -3x - 1.

💡 Strategic Tip: Watch the negative sign distribution: −3×1=−3-3 \times 1 = -3.

Choice B is incorrect because addition error. Choice C is incorrect because subtraction error. Choice D is incorrect because sign error.

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