Math Problem Statement

Write equations of the horizontal and the vertical lines that pass through the point (-3, 0).

Solution

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Let's break this down:

  1. Horizontal Line: A horizontal line has the equation in the form y=cy = c, where cc is the constant yy-value for all points on the line. For the point (-3, 0), the horizontal line passes through y=0y = 0.

    Equation of the horizontal line: y=0y = 0

  2. Vertical Line: A vertical line has the equation in the form x=cx = c, where cc is the constant xx-value for all points on the line. For the point (-3, 0), the vertical line passes through x=3x = -3.

    Equation of the vertical line: x=3x = -3

Thus, the two equations are:

  • Horizontal line: y=0y = 0
  • Vertical line: x=3x = -3

Would you like further details or explanations?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the general form of an equation for a vertical line?
  2. How do the slopes of horizontal and vertical lines differ?
  3. How do these equations change if the point changes, say to (5, 7)?
  4. Can a line be both horizontal and vertical at the same time?
  5. How do you find the equation of a line passing through two given points?

Tip: Horizontal lines always have a slope of 0, while vertical lines have an undefined slope.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Equation of a horizontal line: y = c
Equation of a vertical line: x = c

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8