Use the given conditions to write an equation for the line in​ point-slope form and general form.   Passing through (6,−8) and perpendicular to the line whose equation is x-5y-4=0. Simplify. The equation of the line in point-slope form is __________. ( Type an equation. Use integers or fractions for any numbers in the equation.)

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Use the given conditions to write an equation for the line in​ point-slope form and general form.
 
Passing through (6,−8) and perpendicular to the line whose equation is x-5y-4=0. Simplify.

The equation of the line in point-slope form is __________.

( Type an equation. Use integers or fractions for any numbers in the equation.)

The equation of the line in general form is _________

(Type an expression using x and y as the variables. Simplify your answer. Use integers or fractions for any numbers in expression.) 

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