equations and slopes

Question

Use the given conditions to write an equation for the line in​ point-slope form and general form.Passing through (3,-7) and perpendicular to the line whose equation is x- 6y-5=0. Give me the point slope and general equation.

Answer 1

Hi Lisa, for this question you can proceed almost the same as for the other one. The only difference is that the lines are now perpendicular. Perpendicular lines have opposite reciprical slopes. So if you have a line that has an m=2/3, then the slope of the perpendicular line will be -3/2. Just change the sign and flip the slope to find the slope of your new line. All the other steps are the same!