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what is the equation of the line that is perpendicular to and has the s…

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what is the equation of the line that is perpendicular to and has the same \\(y\\)-intercept as the given line?

\\(y = \frac{1}{5}x + 1\\)
\\(y = \frac{1}{5}x + 5\\)
\\(y = 5x + 1\\)
\\(y = 5x + 5\\)

Explanation:

Find the slope and y-intercept of the given line

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Determine the perpendicular slope and y-intercept

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Write the equation of the perpendicular line

$$ y = 5x + 1 $$

Answer:

  • (A) \(y = \frac{1}{5}x + 1\)
  • (B) \(y = \frac{1}{5}x + 5\)
  • (C) \(y = 5x + 1\) (Correct answer)
  • (D) \(y = 5x + 5\)