The distance between the pair of parallel lines.
Answer to Problem 71SPR
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The given equations are:
Calculation:
The slope of line p is the opposite reciprocal of 2 is − 1/2. Use the y-intercept of the line m, P (0, -3) as one of the endpoints of the perpendicular segment.
The point of intersection of lines l and p will be:
Using distance formula,
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