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what is the equation of a line that is perpendicular to y=1/2x+1 and passes through the point of (8,0)?​

what is the equation of a line that is perpendicular to y=1/2x+1 and passes through-example-1
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Answer:

D. y= -2x+16

Explanation:

the slope = -1÷½ = -2

the equation :

y-0= -2(x-8)

y = -2x+16