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Write down an equation of a line that is perpendicular to y=1/2x-2

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Answer: y = -2x + (insert any number you want here)

Explanation:

Perpendicular lines have slopes that multiply to -1, so m x m = -1.

1/2 x -2 = -1

Make the y-intercept whatever you want.

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