write the equation of the line that is parallel to x=5 and passes through the point (-8,4)

Question

I need to be able to do this question for a quiz that I have. Can I please have some help step by step. 

Answer 1

Hi Sam,

 

   x=5 is a vertical line whose slope is undefined.  Any line parallel to it must also be vertical.  A vertical line that passes through (-8,4) is x=-8.  

 

It may be helpful to you to graph the lines to get a visual representation.

I hope this helps you.

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