Let f(x) be a function that is differentiable at x = -2. Given that f'(-2) = 3 and f(-2) = 6, find the equation of the tangent line to f at the point where x = -2.

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Let f(x) be a function that is differentiable at x = -2. Given that f'(-2) = 3 and
f(-2) = 6, find the equation of the tangent line to f at the point where x = -2.
Transcribed Image Text:Let f(x) be a function that is differentiable at x = -2. Given that f'(-2) = 3 and f(-2) = 6, find the equation of the tangent line to f at the point where x = -2.
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