SOLUTION: Given the circle x^2+y^2=25 and the point A(3.-4) on the circle. Find the equation of the tangent line to the circle.
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Question 1111663: Given the circle x^2+y^2=25 and the point A(3.-4) on the circle. Find the equation of the tangent line to the circle. Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Given the circle x^2+y^2=25 and the point A(3,-4) on the circle. Find the equation of the tangent line to the circle.
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The slope at any point is -x/y --> m = 3/4
y+4 = (3/4)*(x-3)