Line Segment (Points) - Find Perpendicular Slope (True/False)

Level 2

This math topic focuses on calculating the slope of a line segment and determining the slope of the perpendicular line to that segment from two points. The essential skills practiced include understanding the concept of slope, applying the slope formula, and knowing the relationship between perpendicular slopes. Learners are required to assess whether a given slope value is the correct slope of a line perpendicular to a line segment defined by two points, using true/false format questions. This topic falls under a broader study of line segments, mid-points, and perpendicular bisectors.

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Line Segment (Points) - Find Perpendicular Slope (True/False)


Is the slope of the PERPENDICULAR to segment AB equal to -2/3

Point A: (1,4)Point B: (3,7)\text{Point A: }(1, 4)\\ \text{Point B: }(3, 7)

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