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Line p has a slope of 6/7. Line q is perpendicular to p . What is the slope of line q

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Answer:

The slope of line q is -7/6

Explanation:

To find the slope of a perpendicular line, you need to find the opposite reciprocal. So, flip the fraction (7/6) and then take the opposite, (-7/6).

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