Math Problem Statement

Which equation is the line that contains the point (3, -4) with a slope of 0?

Solution

Let's analyze the problem.

You are asked to find the equation of the line that contains the point (3,4)(3, -4) and has a slope of 00. When the slope is 00, the line is horizontal. A horizontal line has the form:

y=cy = c

Since the point on the line is (3,4)(3, -4), the y-coordinate of all points on the line must be 4-4. Therefore, the equation of the line is:

y=4y = -4

The correct answer is:

y=4y = -4

Do you have any further questions or want more details?

Here are 5 related questions to further your understanding:

  1. What is the equation of a vertical line passing through (3,4)(3, -4)?
  2. How would the equation change if the slope were not zero but instead 11?
  3. Can a line have both a slope of zero and pass through two different points with different yy-coordinates?
  4. How can we calculate the slope if two points on the line are given?
  5. What does a slope of infinity represent for a line?

Tip: Horizontal lines always have the form y=constanty = \text{constant}, while vertical lines have the form x=constantx = \text{constant}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

Equation of a line with zero slope: y = constant

Theorems

Properties of horizontal and vertical lines

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9