Questions: Write equations for the vertical and horizontal lines passing through the point (-5,4)
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Write equations for the vertical and horizontal lines passing through the point $(-5,4)$
Solution
Solution Steps
To find the equations of vertical and horizontal lines passing through a given point, we use the properties of these lines. A vertical line has a constant x-coordinate, and a horizontal line has a constant y-coordinate.
The vertical line through \((-5, 4)\) will have the equation \(x = -5\).
The horizontal line through \((-5, 4)\) will have the equation \(y = 4\).
Step 1: Identify the Point
The given point is \((-5, 4)\).
Step 2: Determine the Vertical Line Equation
A vertical line passing through a point has a constant \(x\)-coordinate. Therefore, the equation of the vertical line is:
\[ x = -5 \]
Step 3: Determine the Horizontal Line Equation
A horizontal line passing through a point has a constant \(y\)-coordinate. Therefore, the equation of the horizontal line is:
\[ y = 4 \]