Relation Between Complex Slopes of Perpendicular Lines

In summary, the conversation is about the relation between the complex slopes of two perpendicular lines. The person is unsure about the concept and thinks it may be related to the product of the slopes being -1, but the given answer states that the sum of the slopes is 0. They are also questioning what is meant by "complex slopes" and how the slope of a line can be complex.
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NEILS BOHR
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Homework Statement



what is the relation between complex slopes of two perpendicular lines?? :think:

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The Attempt at a Solution



i think it is same as the slopes of two st. lines that is the product shud be -1...but the answer given is sum of slopes is 0...
 
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NEILS BOHR said:

Homework Statement



what is the relation between complex slopes of two perpendicular lines?? :think:

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



i think it is same as the slopes of two st. lines that is the product shud be -1...but the answer given is sum of slopes is 0...

What is meant by "complex slopes"? What about the slope of a line is complex?
 

Related to Relation Between Complex Slopes of Perpendicular Lines

1. What is the relation between complex slopes of perpendicular lines?

The relation between complex slopes of perpendicular lines is that they are negative reciprocals of each other. This means that if one slope is represented by m, the other slope will be represented by -1/m.

2. How can I determine the complex slope of a perpendicular line?

To determine the complex slope of a perpendicular line, you can use the negative reciprocal rule. First, find the slope of the given line. Then, take the negative reciprocal of that slope to find the slope of the perpendicular line.

3. Can two perpendicular lines have the same complex slope?

No, two perpendicular lines cannot have the same complex slope. As mentioned before, the slopes of perpendicular lines are negative reciprocals of each other. Therefore, if two lines have the same slope, they cannot be perpendicular.

4. What is the significance of complex slopes of perpendicular lines?

The complex slopes of perpendicular lines have a significant role in geometry and trigonometry. They help in determining the angle of intersection between two lines and are also useful in solving various mathematical problems.

5. How does the complex slope of a perpendicular line affect its graph?

The complex slope of a perpendicular line affects its graph by making it perpendicular to the original line. This means that the two lines will intersect at a 90-degree angle. Additionally, the negative reciprocal slopes will result in the lines mirroring each other on a graph.

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