Ask your own question, for FREE!
Mathematics 8 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

what is the slope of a line that is perpendicular to 5x+8y=16 plz help!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

plz help

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Sure

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Slope m = -5/8

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Got it?

OpenStudy (mertsj):

The slope of the line 5x+8y=16 is -5/8. The slope of the perpendicular is the negative reciprocal so tip -5/8 upside down and change it to its opposite. So the slope of the perpendicular is 8/5

Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!
Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!