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algebra

Find the slope of a line perpendicular to the line connecting (1,1)(1, 1) and (4,1)(4, 1).

A

Undefined

B

00

C

11

D

1-1

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the correct answer. Horizontal vs Vertical.

  1. Original Line: Points have same y (11). It's horizontal (m=0m=0).
  2. Perpendicular: Perpendicular to horizontal is vertical.
  3. Slope: Vertical lines have undefined slope.

💡 Strategic Tip: The negative reciprocal of 0 is 1/0-1/0, which is undefined.

Choice B is incorrect because parallel. Choice C is incorrect.Choice D is incorrect.