SOLUTION: Use the given conditions to write an equation for the line in slope-intercept form. Passing through (5, 5) and perpendicular to the line whose equation is y = 8x + 9.

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Question 103310: Use the given conditions to write an equation for the line in slope-intercept form.
Passing through (5, 5) and perpendicular to the line whose equation is y = 8x + 9.

Answer by HyperBrain(694) About Me  (Show Source):
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The slope of the line is
m=-1%2F8
Considering the format y=mx%2Bb, and using the point {5,-5),
-5=-5%2F8%2Bb
-35%2F8=b
Thus,
y=-x%2F8-35%2F8
8y=-x-35
x%2B8y%2B35=0 ----------------The equation of the line!