SOLUTION: Write the slope-intercept form of an equation of the line that passes through the given point and is perpendicular to the graph of the equation. (1,1) y=4x+6

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Question 402013: Write the slope-intercept form of an equation of the line that passes through the given point and is perpendicular to the graph of the equation.
(1,1) y=4x+6

Answer by robertb(5830) About Me  (Show Source):
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The equation must have the form y = -x/4 + c, where c is unknown. To find c, use the coordinates of the given point.
1 = -1/4 + c ==> c = 5/4.
Therefore the equation of the line is y = -x/4 + 5/4.