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2.2.2.5.1.12 Determine if tw o lines are perpendicular

This Wizard is used to determine if two given lines are perpendicular.

It can be accessed by clicking on Wizard Button | Line | Determine if two
lines are perpendicular.

To determine if the lines are perpendicular:
Enter the equation of the first line.
Press the

key.

Enter the equation of the second line.
Click on the "Solve Step" button to see the next step or "Solve all" button
to see all steps.

If you need an explanation for any particular step, click on the step and then
click on the "Explain" button.

The equation of the line must be an equation only containing variables named
"x" and "y"; for example: "y = 2x + 3" or "2y - x - 1 = 0".
2.2.2.5.1.13 Perpendicular line passing through a point

This Wizard is used to find the equation of a line passing through a point and
perpendicular to some given line.

It can be accessed by clicking on Wizard Button | Line | Perpendicular line
passing through a point.

To find the equation:
Enter the point: (x1 ,y1 ).
Enter the equation of the line.
Click on the "Solve Step" button to see the next step or "Solve all" button
to see all steps.

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