What is a Vertical Line? Examples and Explanation

Learn what a vertical line is, with examples and real-life applications, in this short video.

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An example of a vertical line is the equation x = 3. This line runs up and down through the x-axis at x = 3, without any slope, making it vertical. In real life, a lamp post symbolizes a vertical line, standing straight up from the ground.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does a vertical line represent in mathematics? In mathematics, a vertical line represents all points where the x-coordinate is constant, and it has no slope.
  2. How can I identify a vertical line in a graph? A vertical line in a graph can be identified if it runs straight up and down without any tilt, meaning it has an undefined slope.
  3. Can a vertical line ever have a slope? No, a vertical line has an undefined slope because it does not run horizontally, which means it cannot be expressed with a slope value.

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