WAEC Mathematics 2026 Question 37

Question 37

Coordinate Geometry

A line in the x−y plane passes through the point (−9, 10). If the gradient of the line is ⅓, find the equation of the line.

  1. A.y = x/3 + 13
  2. B.y = 9x + 10
  3. C.y = −x/3 + 10
  4. D.y = 13x − ⅓
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (y = x/3 + 13)

Explanation

y − 10 = ⅓(x + 9) gives y = x/3 + 3 + 10 = x/3 + 13.