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The line through A(-2, 3) and B(4, b) is perpendicular to the line 2x - 4y = 5. Find the value of b.


A

6

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B

-6

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C

9

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D

-9

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Solution

The correct option is D

-9


Slope of AB =b34+2=b36=m1 and 2x4y=54y=2x5
y=12, x54
m2=12
As the lines are perpendicular, m1m2=1
m1=1m2
b36=112
b36=2
b3=12b=9


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