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Write an equation in slope-intercept form for the line that satisfies each set of conditions.perpendicular to $y=\frac{1}{2} x+6,$ passes through $(-5,7)$
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The slope of a line perpendicular to this line is the negative reciprocal of this slope. The negative reciprocal of $\frac{1}{2}$ is $-2$. Show more…
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