Math Problem Statement

Find the slope of a line perpendicular to the line whose equation is 3, x, minus, 3, y, equals, 183x−3y=18. Fully simplify your answer

Solution

The equation of the line given is:

3x3y=183x - 3y = 18

To find the slope of a line perpendicular to this line, we need to first express the given line in slope-intercept form, which is y=mx+by = mx + b, where mm is the slope.

Step 1: Simplify the Equation

We start by simplifying the equation:

3x3y=183x - 3y = 18

Divide the entire equation by 3:

xy=6x - y = 6

Now, solve for yy:

y=x6y = x - 6

So, the equation in slope-intercept form is:

y=1x6y = 1x - 6

Here, the slope mm of the line is 11.

Step 2: Find the Perpendicular Slope

The slope of a line perpendicular to a given line is the negative reciprocal of the slope of the original line. The slope of the original line is 11, so the slope of the perpendicular line is:

mperpendicular=11=1m_{\text{perpendicular}} = -\frac{1}{1} = -1

Thus, the slope of the line perpendicular to the given line is 1-1.

Would you like any further details or have any questions about this solution?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you find the slope of a line from two points?
  2. What is the slope-intercept form of a line?
  3. How do you determine if two lines are parallel or perpendicular?
  4. What is the equation of a line that passes through a specific point and has a given slope?
  5. How does the slope of a line relate to its steepness?

Tip: When dealing with perpendicular slopes, remember that their product is always 1-1.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Slope of a Line
Perpendicular Lines

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12