Math Problem Statement

passing through (7,3) and parallel to the y axis

Solution

The equation of a line that is parallel to the y-axis has the form:

x=ax = a

Where aa is the x-coordinate of every point on the line. Since the line passes through the point (7,3)(7, 3), the x-coordinate for this line is 77. Therefore, the equation of the line passing through (7,3)(7, 3) and parallel to the y-axis is:

x=7x = 7

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the equation of a line passing through (4,5)(-4, 5) and parallel to the y-axis?
  2. How would you find the equation of a line parallel to the x-axis passing through a given point?
  3. How do you determine if two lines are parallel based on their equations?
  4. What is the slope of a line parallel to the y-axis?
  5. What is the general form of a vertical line in 3D space?

Tip: Vertical lines always have equations in the form x=ax = a, where aa is the constant x-coordinate.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Linear Equations
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Equation of a vertical line: x = a

Theorems

Properties of lines parallel to the y-axis

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8