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Equations of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines — Quiz

Question 3 • Algebra: Concepts and Connections

What is the slope of a line that is parallel to the line y is equal to negative 1 fifth ?

Answer
A
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B
0
C
5
D
negative 1 fifth

Explanation

The equation y = −1/5 describes a horizontal line because y stays constant. Horizontal lines have slope 0, and any line parallel to it has the same slope, so the correct choice is 0.

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