Write the equation of the line that is perpendicular to the line 2x − 3y = 3 and passes through the point (−8, 2).

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mathmate · Answer

Can you find the slope of the new line?

mathmate · Answer

Better still, can you first convert the equation to standard slope intercept form?

anonymous · Answer

i still dont understand can you please help me

mathmate · Answer

Convert the equation to slope-intercept form means:
from
2x − 3y = 3
we write
y=(2x-3)/3
or
y=(2/3)x-1
this will show clearly the original equation has a slope of (2/3).

Can you tell me the slope of a line which is perpendicular to the ine
y=(2/3)x-1

anonymous · Answer

well thank you , i understand

mathmate · Answer

You're welcome!