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What is the slope of a line that is perpendicular to the line 2y – 3x = 8? –3

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Hey there! :)

Answer:

m= -2/3.

Explanation:

A perpendicular line has a slope that is the negative reciprocal of the original. Therefore:

Begin by converting this equation into slope-intercept form:

(y = mx + b)

2y - 3x = 8

Add 3x to both sides:

2y = 3x + 8

Divide both sides by 2:

y = 3/2x + 4

Find the negative reciprocal of 3/2:

3/2 --> -2/3. This is the slope of the perpendicular line.

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