A line PQ passes through the points (-8, -1) and (-2, 3). The equation of line RS is -2y -3x =13. Is the line PQ parallel to RS?

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Ksju [112]

3 years ago

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A line PQ passes through the points (-8, -1) and (-2, 3). The equation of line RS is -2y -3x =13. Is the line PQ parallel to RS?

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Andrei [34K] · Answer 1 · 2022-04-28T10:02:46+03:00

Andrei [34K]3 years ago

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First find the slope
Y-y
----
X-x

2/3 is the slope
Next find the slope of the other line
-2y -3x=13
-2y=3x+ 13
Y=-2/3+-6.5
No the lines are perpendicular not parallel