Math Problem Statement
Write equations of the horizontal and the vertical lines that pass through the point (3,0). Question conte
Solution
The equations of horizontal and vertical lines are straightforward:
-
Horizontal line: A horizontal line has a constant -coordinate for every -coordinate. Since the given point is , the horizontal line will pass through . Therefore, the equation of the horizontal line is:
-
Vertical line: A vertical line has a constant -coordinate for every -coordinate. Since the given point is , the vertical line will pass through . Therefore, the equation of the vertical line is:
Would you like any more details or clarifications?
Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:
- How would the equations change if the point were ?
- What are the slopes of horizontal and vertical lines?
- How do you graph horizontal and vertical lines on the coordinate plane?
- How can you determine the equation of a line given two points?
- What are the general forms of horizontal and vertical line equations?
Tip: A horizontal line always has a slope of 0, while a vertical line's slope is undefined.
Ask a new question for Free
By Image
Drop file here or Click Here to upload
Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Coordinate Geometry
Equations of Lines
Formulas
Equation of a horizontal line: y = constant
Equation of a vertical line: x = constant
Theorems
In the coordinate plane, horizontal lines have constant y-values and vertical lines have constant x-values.
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8