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Writing a Linear Equation from a Perpendicular Line and Point

Author: Graham Pardun

How to Write the Equation for a Line When Given a Point and the Equation for a Perpendicular Line

Suppose I need to write an equation that is perpendicular to the line described by the equation y=3x+8, and which also contains the point (3,5) -- here's how to do that kind of thing!