What is the equation of line, which makes intercepts –5

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What is the equation of line, which makes intercepts –5 and 2 on the x and y-axis respectively

1. 2 x – 5y = 10
2. –2x + 5y = –10
3. 2 x – 5y = –10
4. 5 x – 2y = 10

Correct Option: C

Here,
a = –5, b = 2
∴ Equation of line will be

x	+	y	= 1
a		b

⇒	x	+	y	= 1
	- 5		2

⇒ 2x – 5y = – 10