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Find the equation of a line parallel to $$x$$-axis and passing through the point (–3, 2).

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Find the equation of a line parallel to $$x$$-axis and passing through the point (–3, 2).

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Solution

The equation of any line parallel to the $$x$$-axis is of the form: $$y = b$$. 

Since the line passes through $$(-3, 2)$$, its $$y$$-coordinate is $$2$$. 

Therefore, the required equation is $$y = 2$$ or $$y - 2 = 0$$.

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Chapter 14: Equation of a Straight Line - EXERCISE 14A [Page 222]

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R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 14 Equation of a Straight Line
EXERCISE 14A | Q 5. (i) | Page 222
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