Question

the following represents slopes of two lines. which answer choice describes the two lines? m = 5 and m = -1/5 perpendicular neither parallel

Explanation:

Step1: Recall slope - relationship rules

For two non - vertical lines with slopes $m_1$ and $m_2$, if $m_1=m_2$, the lines are parallel; if $m_1\times m_2=- 1$, the lines are perpendicular.

Step2: Calculate the product of the slopes

Given $m_1 = 5$ and $m_2=-\frac{1}{5}$, then $m_1\times m_2=5\times(-\frac{1}{5})=-1$.

Answer:

Perpendicular