Straight Line Question 308

Question: Equation of the line passing through (1, 2) and parallel to the line $ y=3x-1 $ is[MP PET 1984]

Options:

A) $ y+2=x+1 $

B) $ y+2=3(x+1) $

C) $ y-2=3(x-1) $

D) $ y-2=x-1 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • The required equation which passes through (1, 2) and its gradient is $ m=3 $ , is $ (y-2)=3(x-1) $ .