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HELP!! Write the equation of the line perpendicular to the given line that passes through the given point in slope intercept form! Thanks!

HELP!! Write the equation of the line perpendicular to the given line that passes-example-1

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Answer:

y = (-3/2)x - 11

Explanation:

m = 2/3

m(perpen) = -3/2

y= mx + b

-2 = (-3/2)(-6) + b

-2 = 9 + b

b = -11

y = (-3/2)x - 11

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