If the gradient of the equation 2x-ay+2=0 is 1. Then find the value of a.

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Jeff Schmitz · Answer 1 · 2024-01-28T04:53:07+0000

Explanation:

2x + ay + 2 = 0

the gradient or slope of the line is the factor m of x in the form

y = mx + b

so let's transform the given equation into that form :

ay = -2x - 2

y = (-2/a)x - 2/a

we know that m = 1.

so,

-2/a = 1

-2 = a