Use a Determinant to Find an Equation of the Line

question 7

Multiple Choice

Use a determinant to find an equation of the line passing through the points. ​
(-5,3) , (1,1)
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• A)2x -6y + 8 = 0
• B)2x + 6y + 8 = 0
• C)2x -6y - 8 = 0
• D)2x + 6y - 8 = 0
• E)2x + 6y - 8 = 5

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