3 years ago

If y = mx + b is the equation of a line perpendicular to the line y = 5x – 2, what is the value of m?

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Law Incorporation [45]3 years ago

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Answer:

A.) -1/5 i hope this helps! :)

Step-by-step explanation:

y = mx + b

y = 5x - 2

the perpindicular line to y = 5x - 2

you have to flip the 5x to be a negative and flip it to 1 over 5

y = -1/5x - 2 is perpendicular to the line y = 5x - 2

Lady_Fox [76]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

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