Write an equation for the line described. Write the equation in the form specified.
-perpendicular to $\mathrm { y } = - 5$, through $( 7,3 )$
A) $y = 3$
B) $y = 7$
C) $x = 7$
D) $x = 3$

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A line perpendicular to $y = -5$ (a horizontal line) is a vertical line. A vertical line passing through $(7,3)$ has the equation $x = 7$.

Write an Equation for the Line Described y=−5\mathrm { y } = - 5y=−5

Write an Equation for the Line Described $\mathrm { y } = - 5$