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ZIMSEC O-Level Additional Mathematics

6.1.5.2Parallel and perpendicular lines; normals

Parallel and perpendicular lines; normals in ZIMSEC O-Level Additional Mathematics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 6.1.5.2.1Form 3: use the gradients of parallel and perpendicular lines to find the equation of a normal to a given straight line.

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Parallel and perpendicular lines; normals: sample question

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Find the gradient of a normal to the line 5x+2y=95x + 2y = 9. You may type a fraction.

Only if the answer has a unit, e.g. cm or km/h.

Turn Parallel and perpendicular lines; normals into a strength.

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