Question

Write an equation of the line described in slope intercept form that passes through -7, -2 and is perpendicular to Y = -1/2X + 4.
Can someone help me through this?

Answer 1

Perpendicular slope to the given line--opposite reciprocal. so it would be 2. Now use y=mx+b

Answer 2

is that ellen in your picture

Answer 3

y = 2x + b (-7,-2)

-2 = 2(-7)+b
-2 = -14+b
12 = b now you have m=2 and b = 12
y = 2x+12

Answer 4

No...not Ellen. It's really me. People ask me that every now and then.

Answer 5

You are an amazing help!!! Ty so much.

Answer 6

You're welcome