SOLUTION: write an equation of each line in the form y= mx + b
through (-1,-5); perpendicular to x=3
Im just not clear as to how to get to the answer! Thanks
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Question 412477: write an equation of each line in the form y= mx + b
through (-1,-5); perpendicular to x=3
Im just not clear as to how to get to the answer! Thanks
Answer by nerdybill(7384) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x=3
is simply a vertical line that crosses the x-axis at 3
.
A line perpendicular to the above would be a horizontal line.
therefore,
y = -5
.
written in y = mx+ b form;
y = 0x - 5
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