Are the two linear equations parallel, perpendicular, or neither?
y = −3x + 7
3y = -9x + 6
To determine whether the two linear equations are parallel, perpendicular, or neither, let’s find the slopes of both equations.
Equation 1: y = −3x + 7
The slope () is −3.
Equation 2: 3y = −9x + 6
Solve for y: y = −3x + 2
Comparison:
Parallel Lines: Slopes are equal. Here, = −3 and Click "Show Answer" to reveal the answer and analysis
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