Question 753723
Write the standard equation of the line described.
Through (-4,4), perp. to y= 1/2x+2
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The given equation has slope = 1/2
Any line perpendicular to it must have slope = -2
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Form: y = mx + b
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Solve for "b":
4 = -2*(-4) = b
b = -4
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Equation:
y = -2x - 4
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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