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The point (-2, k) lies on the line 2x – 4y + 3 = 0.
Find the value of k.

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Answer:

k = (-1/4)

Explanation:

Given that,

The point (-2, k) lies on the line 2x – 4y + 3 = 0.

We need to find the value of k.

Put x = -2 and y = k in the given equation.

2(-2) – 4k + 3 = 0

-4-4k = -3

-4+3 = 4k

-1 = 4k

k = (-1/4)

So, the value of k is equal to (-1/4).

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