Determine the equation of the line that contains the point (2, -3) and is perpendicular to the line 2 x + y = 6.

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Chapter3: Graphs And Functions
Section3.3: Find The Equation Of A Line
Problem 3.58TI: Find an equation of a line containing the points (4,4) and (4,3) .
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Determine the equation of the line that contains the point (2, -3) and is perpendicular to the line 2 x + y = 6.

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