233k views
10 votes
Write the slope intercept form of the equation. Through (-3, -2) perpendicular to y=-3x

1 Answer

6 votes

Answer:

y=1/3x-11

Explanation:

Perpendicular to y=-3x

Get the negative reciprocal to find your new slope

1/3x is our new slope

y=mx+b

Plug coordinates in:

-2=-3(-3)+b

-2=9+b

b=-11

User NiseNise
by
7.3k points