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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics practice

MCQ practice - Determine the slope and equation of a straight line that is perpendicular to another line. For instance, calculate the slope of a line that is perpendicular to the equation 2y = 3x + 1, or find the equation of the perpendicular bisector for the segment connecting the points (-3, 8) and (9, -2). - Perpendicular lines

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Perpendicular lines

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What is the slope of a line perpendicular to the line 2y = 3x + 1?.

  1. A.-3/2
  2. B.2/3
  3. C.-2/3
  4. D.3/2

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Line Equation

Consider the line with equation 2y = 3x + 1.

  1. a

    Calculate the slope of the line.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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  2. b

    Calculate the slope of a line perpendicular to this line.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]