SOLUTION: Write down a pair of linear equations that represent: a) two perpendicular lines b) two parallel lines

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Question 1140596: Write down a pair of linear equations that represent:
a) two perpendicular lines
b) two parallel lines

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Write down a pair of linear equations that represent:
a) two perpendicular lines
y = x, y = -x
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y = mx, y = (-1/m)x
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b) two parallel lines
y = x, y = x+1
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y = mx, y = mx + b (b is any real number)