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Definition of Perpendicular Lines
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Good morning, class! Today, we’re going to discuss perpendicular lines. Does anyone know what it means for two lines to be perpendicular?
I think it means they meet at a right angle!
Exactly! Perpendicular lines intersect at right angles, which are 90 degrees. Can anyone tell me how we measure the inclination of a line?
By using the gradient or slope!
Correct! The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness. Let's see how the slopes relate when lines are perpendicular.
Gradient of Perpendicular Lines
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If we have two lines with slopes \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \), can someone explain the relationship between them for perpendicular lines?
Their product equals -1!
That’s right! If \( m_1 \cdot m_2 = -1 \), these lines are perpendicular. Can anyone think of slopes that satisfy this condition?
Like 2 and -0.5?
Great example! Because \( 2 \cdot (-0.5) = -1 \). Remember, the slopes are negative reciprocals of each other.
Example Calculations
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Let’s practice. Are the lines with slopes 3 and -1/3 perpendicular? How can we check?
We multiply them! \( 3 \cdot (-1/3) = -1 \)!
Exactly! So these lines are perpendicular. Now, can someone give me a real-world example where we're likely to see perpendicular lines?
The corners of a square!
Yes, right angles in buildings often represent perpendicular lines. A solid understanding of this concept is vital!
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Perpendicular lines intersect at right angles, and their slopes are negative reciprocals of each other. Understanding this relationship is crucial for solving geometric problems involving angles and determining line equations.
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In geometry, perpendicular lines play a significant role as they intersect at right angles (90 degrees). This section delves into the definition of perpendicular lines, exploring the relationship of their gradients (or slopes). Specifically, if two lines have slopes defined as \( m_1 \) and \( m_2 \), they are considered perpendicular when the product of their slopes equals -1:
\[ m_1 \cdot m_2 = -1 \]
This relationship is essential for determining if two lines meet perpendicularly, enabling students to apply this concept to a variety of problems in Coordinate Geometry including equations of lines, graphical representations, and real-life applications.
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Key Concepts
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Perpendicular Lines: Lines that intersect at 90-degree angles.
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Slope Relationship: The slopes of two perpendicular lines multiply to -1.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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If line A has a slope of 2, then line B must have a slope of -0.5 to be perpendicular.
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In a coordinate system, the lines represented by the equations y = 2x + 1 and y = -0.5x - 2 are perpendicular.
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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Lines that meet at a right angle, perpendiculars like a triangle.
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine two friends crossing paths at a right angle, ensuring they always meet where their slopes multiply to -1.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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Remember: Perpendicular slopes = NegativeReciprocal.
🎯 Super Acronyms
P R = -1 (P for Perpendicular, R for Reciprocal).
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Perpendicular Lines
Definition:
Lines that intersect at a right angle (90 degrees).
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Term: Slope
Definition:
A number that represents the steepness of a line, calculated as the change in y over the change in x.