Question

Write an equation of the line that passes through (3,-5) and is perpendicular to the line through (1,4) and (3,-2).

Answer 1

Explanation:

(-2 - 4)/(3 - 1)= -6/2 = -3

perp. 1/3

y + 5 = 1/3(x - 3)

y + 5 = 1/3x - 1

y = 1/3x - 6