Finding the reflection of point (4,8) in the line y=-3/2 x+14

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Homework Statement


Find the coordinates of reflection of the point P (4,8) in the line y=-3/2 x + 14


Homework Equations



y= -3/2x + 14

The Attempt at a Solution


find a point on the line?
 
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Can you find the equation of the line through (4, 8), perpendicular to that line? Do you see why you want that?
 
would you have to sub in the point 4,8 in the equation and find the dot product?