First, we need both equations to be in the y-intercept form. 3x-5y=7 Subtract 3x on both sides -5y=-3x+7 Divide by -5 on both sides y=0.6x-1.4 2y-9x=8 Add 9x on both sides 2y=9x+8 Divide by 2 on both sides y=4.5x+4 The equation of the line is y=0.6x+4.