Write an equation of a line through (5 -2), perpendicular to x=0

Maribel Mcintyre

Maribel Mcintyre

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2022-10-18

Write an equation of a line through (5 -2), perpendicular to x=0

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periasemdy

periasemdy

Beginner2022-10-19Added 15 answers

x=0 is a vertical line - it is the y-axis.
y=0 is a horizontal line. - it is the x-axis
The line perpendicular to x=0 will therefore be a horizontal line.
As it passes through the point (5,−2) it has the y-value -2.
It crosses the y-axis at -2.
Its equation is y=−2

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