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Write the equation of a line through point (-5,1) and perpendicular to 2x - 3y = 6.

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Answer:

y = 2/3x - 2

Explanation:

Step 1:

y = mx + b Slope Intercept Form

Step 2:

2x - 3y = 6 Equation

Step 3:

- 3y = - 2x + 6 Subtract 2x on both sides

Step 4:

y = 2/3x - 2 Divide - 3 on both sides

Answer:

y = 2/3x - 2

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