Consider m = y2 - y1 x2 - x1. which x1 and x2-values would determine that the line is vertical? justify your answer

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Edith Mcbride

30 January, 01:39

Consider m = y2 - y1 x2 - x1. which x1 and x2-values would determine that the line is vertical? justify your answer

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Jacey · Answer 1

M = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

In order for this to be a vertical line, x2 - x1 would have to result in 0. In other words, if the denominator is 0, then it is a vertical line.

Just to let you know, if y2 - y1 results in 0 (if ur numerator is 0), then ur line will be horizontal.