Use the point-slope form to write an equation of the line with the given properties. slope 2; passes through (0,5)
A) $y - 5 = 2 x$
B) $2 y - 5 = x$
C) $y + 5 = 2 x$
D) $y = 2 x - 5$
E) $y = 5 x + 2$

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The point-slope form of a line is $y - y_1 = m(x - x_1)$, where $m$ is the slope and $(x_1, y_1)$ is a point on the line. Given the slope $m = 2$ and the point $(0, 5)$, substituting these values into the formula gives $y - 5 = 2(x - 0)$, which simplifies to $y - 5 = 2x$.

Use the Point-Slope Form to Write an Equation of the Line