Question

Write an equation for a line perpendicular to y = -5x – 4 and passing through the point (15,5)

Answer 1

y = 1/5x + 2

Explanation:

y = - 5x - 4

Slope: -5

Slope of the perpendicular line: 1/5

Point (15,5)

y-intercept: 5 - (1/5)(15)

= 5 - 3 = 2