The line AB has equation 5x + 3y + 3 = 0. The line AB is parallel to the line y = mx + 7. Find the value of m.
Rearrange AB into y = mx + c format: 1) 3y = -3 - 5x 2) y = - 5/3 x - 1
Compare equation with y = mx + c
Conclude m = - 5/3
You can also deduce the y-intercept of AB is -1.
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