Parallel and perpendicular lines

Parallel lines share a gradient; perpendicular gradients multiply to −1. Use both to find equations, including perpendicular bisectors.

You will be able to

  • Recognise parallel and perpendicular lines from their equations
  • Find the equation of a parallel or perpendicular line through a point
  • Find the perpendicular bisector of a line segment

25 minutes, 7 exam-style questions, with the Graphing Calculator.

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