SOLUTION: Write an equation of a line that passes through the point Z(6,-2) and is perpendicular to the like y=-1/3+2.

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Question 1168665: Write an equation of a line that passes through the point Z(6,-2) and is perpendicular to the like y=-1/3+2.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
"Perpendicular" to ,... in this example means the line you want has slope 3.

%28-1%2F3%29%28m%29=-1
m=3

To include your point Z,
highlight%28y%2B2=3%28x-6%29%29--------------OR whatever equivalent form