Find the equation for the line that passes through (- 9, 8) and is perpendicular to the line 3 (- 4). Write your answer in slope-intercept form. y - 4 = -

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Section2.4: Writing And Graphing Equations Of Lines
Problem 74E: Write an equation of the line that passes through the given point and is perpendicular to the given...
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Find the equation for the line that passes through (- 9, 8) and is perpendicular to the line
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(x - 4). Write your answer in slope-intercept form.
y - 4 =
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4
Transcribed Image Text:Find the equation for the line that passes through (- 9, 8) and is perpendicular to the line 3 (x - 4). Write your answer in slope-intercept form. y - 4 = | 4
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