SOLUTION: Write an equation in slope-intercept form for a line that is perpendicular to 2x + 3y = 12 and passes through the point (1, 4).

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Question 1168899: Write an equation in slope-intercept form for a line that is perpendicular to 2x + 3y = 12 and passes through the point (1, 4).
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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perpendicular to 2x + 3y = 12 and passes through the point (1, 4).
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3x-2y=3%2A1-2%2A4
3x-2y=-5
-2y=-3x-5
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