SOLUTION: Write the equation of a line that is perpendicular to the given line and that passes through the given point. 2x + 9y = –30; (–8, 0)

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Question 846144: Write the equation of a line that is perpendicular to the given line and that passes through the given point.
2x + 9y = –30; (–8, 0)

Answer by Fombitz(32388)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A perpendicular line would have the form,
Use the point to solve for .



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