Digital PSAT Math Practice Question 169: Answer and Explanation

Question: 169

If the slope of line A is , where x and y are positive numbers, what is the slope of a line that is perpendicular to A?

  • A.
  • B.
  • C.
  • D.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

(D) A line perpendicular to line A has a slope that is the negative reciprocal of .

The negative reciprocal is .

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