Question

Write an equation, in point slope form, of the line that passes through the given point and is perpendicular to the given line. (3, 1); y = -1/2x+1 ​

Answer 1

y = 2x - 5

Explanation:

just take the slope as the negative reciprocal and change b to hit the point.

Answer 2

y=-1.5-0.5

Explanation:

To be perpinducular, it has to have the same slope

y=-1/2x+?

1=-1/2(3)+?

1=1.5+?

?=-0.5

CHECK

y=-1/2x+-0.5

1=-1/2(3)+-0.5

1=1.5-0.5

1=1