10. Write the equation of the line that is perpendicular to the line y = -1/5x +9 and passes through the point (-2,-2).

Alno asked Apr 5, 2022

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Alno asked Apr 5, 2022

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Answer:

y = 5x + 8

Explanation:

- When a line is perpendicular, the slope becomes the opposite.

y = 5x + b

-2 = 5(-2) + b

-2 = -10 + b

8 = b

Nanette answered Apr 9, 2022

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