Given That $( - 2 , y )$ And $( 4,6 )$

question 102

Multiple Choice

Given that $( - 2 , y )$ and $( 4,6 )$ are points on a line whose slope is $- \frac { 4 } { 3 }$ , find $y$ .

• A) \(y = 10\)
• B) \(y = 14\)
• C) \(y = 18\)
• D) \(y = 17\)

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Definitions:

Lumbar

Refers to the lower part of the spine between the thoracic region and the sacrum.

Sacrum

A triangular bone at the base of the spine, formed by the fusion of several vertebrae, and situated between the two hip bones.

Thoracic Region

The part of the body that is located between the neck and the abdomen, housing the heart and lungs among other vital organs.

True Ribs

The first seven pairs of ribs, which are directly attached to the sternum via costal cartilages.