If the Slope of the Line L​₁ Is Negative, Then

question 28

Multiple Choice

If the slope of the line L​₁ is negative, then the slope of a line L​₂ perpendicular to L​₁ may be positive or negative? ​

• A) negative
• B) positive

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Definitions:

Decrease

A reduction in quantity, size, intensity, or the number of something.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of goods supplied equals the quantity of goods demanded, leading to market balance.

Perfectly Elastic

A situation where a small price change results in an infinite change in the quantity demanded or supplied.

Supply

The total amount of a good or service available for purchase at any given price level in a market.