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Work out gradient of line perpendicular to a given line

Higher

Work out gradient of line perpendicular to a given line

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will investigate the the gradient of a line that is perpendicular to a given line. We will use knowledge of reciprocals to calculate the gradient of perpendicular lines.

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4 Questions

Q1.
What is the equation of the line in this conversion graph?
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Correct answer: C
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Q2.
What does the gradient represent on this conversion graph?
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Correct answer: B
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Q3.
The graph shows the cost of one person going ten-pin bowling, including the standing charge for shoe hire. How much does it cost to hire bowling shoes?
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Correct answer: D
Q4.
The graph shows the cost of one person going ten-pin bowling, including the standing charge for shoe hire. How much does each game cost each person?
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Correct answer: A
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Lesson appears in

UnitMaths / Higher Straight lines (Perpendicular Lines)