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OpenStudy (yrivers36):

Find an equation of a line perpendicular to x = -3 and passing through (-2,1) With explanations please.

OpenStudy (amistre64):

x=-3 is a vertical line, so a perp line will be a horizontal line

OpenStudy (amistre64):

since we need it to pass thru y=1, id say its .... well .... y=1

OpenStudy (amistre64):

|dw:1327009432657:dw|

OpenStudy (amistre64):

|dw:1327009442618:dw|

OpenStudy (yrivers36):

so since its a horizontal line I just take the y point and I get the answer

OpenStudy (amistre64):

correct

OpenStudy (yrivers36):

ok I wasnt sure. Thank you

OpenStudy (amistre64):

youre welcome

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