Write an equation of the line that passes through (1,-3) and is perpendicular to the line

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Lubov Fominskaja [6] · Answer 1 · 2023-09-20T12:44:42+03:00

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Answer:

y = 3x

Step-by-step explanation:

Given line slope = m = -1/3

perpendicular line slope = - 1/m = 3

Point slope form through point 1, - 3

(y+3) = 3 ( x-1) expand and rearrange

y -3 = 3x- 3

y = 3x - 6