Solution:
1. Given the linear equation: y = -16x + 256
2. The y-intercept occurs when x = 0.
3. Substitute x = 0 into the equation: y = -16(0) + 256
4. Simplify: y = 256
5. Thus, the y-intercept of the line is: 256
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