Madeline is asked to analyze the true statements shown.If two lines meet at a 90 angle, they are perpendicular.If two lines are perpendicular, they have opposite reciprocal slopes.
Answer
A
Based on the law of syllogism, if two lines meet at a 90 angle, then they have opposite reciprocal slopes.
B
Based on the law of syllogism, if two lines have opposite reciprocal slopes, then they meet at a 90 angle.
C
Based on inductive reasoning, if two lines meet at a 90 angle, then they have opposite reciprocal slopes.
D
Based on inductive reasoning, if two lines have opposite reciprocal slopes, then they meet at a 90 angle.