SteJ8acqrardoz
SteJ8acqrardoz SteJ8acqrardoz
  • 04-07-2016
  • Mathematics
contestada

the equation of line wx is y = -2x - 5. write an equation of a line perpendicular to line wx in slope-intercept form that contains point (-1, -2)

Respuesta :

Ckaranja
Ckaranja Ckaranja
  • 05-07-2016
Gradient of line 1 =-2
Gradient of a line perpendicular to this line;
m1*-2=-1
m1=[tex] \frac{1}{2} [/tex]
[tex]y=mx+c y= \frac{1}{2}x +c[/tex]
Replacing for x and y
-2=1/2*(-1)+c
c=-3/2
y=[tex] \frac{x}{y} \frac{1}{2} x- \frac{3}{2} [/tex]


Answer Link

Otras preguntas

PLEASE HELPPP THIS IS DUE TMR AND I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO PUT — In an interview, Bradbury said that writers should only write what is true. Can you apply this cr
Which point on the number line represents two and one-half degrees below zero? A. point A B. point B C. point C D. point D
solve pls brainliest
The Protestant Reformation in Europe was caused, in part, by which factor? A. The Catholic Church's practice of selling forgiveness for sins B. Revolutionary te
Which of the following is supported by reliable evidence? A. Intelligent Design B. Theory of Gravity C. Detoxing D. Homeopathy
One-Step Equations pls help 30 points if you solve them
what is the correct answer for the calculation of a volume (in ml) with measured numbers 28.58/16x8.0
Which of these sentences from the passage illustrates the vastness of the Great Lakes? A. Their alliance is known as the Great Lakes Compact. B. Fog and rou
Ocieanic or continental crust thicker
Help please anyone ?!!!!! Asap please