Straight Line Question 356

Question: The equation of the straight line which is perpendicular to $ y=x $ and passes through (3, 2) is[MP PET 2002]

Options:

A) $ x-y=5 $

B) $ x+y=5 $

C) $ x+y=1 $

D) $ x-y=1 $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • $ \because $ Slope of given line $ y=x $ is 1
    $ \therefore $ Slope of required line $ =-1 $ Thus, the equation of required line $ y-2=-1(x-3) $
    Þ $ x+y=5 $ .



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