Question

Write an equation of the line passing through the point (-8, -4) that is perpendicular to the line given by y= 1/6 x+3

Answer 1

y=-6x-52

Explanation:

The perpendicular of the gradient 1/6 is - 6

Substitute in the x and y values (-8,-4)

Y=-6x+c

-4=-6×-8+c

-4=48+c

C=-52

Y=-6x-52