Math Problem Statement
What is the equation of the line that passes through the point left parenthesis, 5, comma, minus, 7, right (5, −7) and has a slope of 0?
Solution
The equation of a line with a slope of 0 is a horizontal line. A horizontal line has the general form:
where is a constant, which represents the y-coordinate of all points on the line.
Since the line passes through the point , the y-coordinate is always . Therefore, the equation of the line is:
Summary:
- The equation of the line is .
- This line is horizontal because its slope is 0.
Would you like any further explanation or have other questions on this?
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- How do you find the equation of a line given a slope and a point?
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Tip: Horizontal lines always have the form , where is the y-coordinate of any point on the line.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Slope
Horizontal Lines
Formulas
y = c (horizontal line equation)
Theorems
Slope of a horizontal line is 0
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9