Find equation of the line which is perpendicular to the line

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The discussion centers on finding the equation of a line that is perpendicular to a given line with a specified y-intercept of 6. Participants highlight the necessity of knowing the original line's equation to determine the slope of the perpendicular line. Without this information, it is impossible to provide a definitive answer. The solution requires both the original line's equation and the point of intersection for accurate calculations.

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  • Understanding of linear equations and slope-intercept form
  • Knowledge of the concept of perpendicular lines and their slopes
  • Familiarity with y-intercepts in coordinate geometry
  • Ability to manipulate algebraic equations
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  • Research how to derive the slope of a line from its equation
  • Learn about the relationship between slopes of perpendicular lines
  • Study the slope-intercept form of a linear equation
  • Practice solving problems involving perpendicular lines and y-intercepts
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Homework Statement



Find equation of the line which is perpendicular to the line
and has y-intercept = 6.


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which line?
 
Please repost your question. You have not given the equation of the original line nor have you given a point at which to find the perpendicular line. We need that information.
 

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