Question

Graph the equations

(a) $x=5$

(b)$y=-4$

Short answer

The required graphs are

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Step-by-step solution

Step 1. Given Information

The given equations are$x=5$and $y=-4$

Part(a) Step 1. Explanation and Graph

The equation has only one variable $x$which is always equal to 5. We will create a table where $x=5$and can put any value in $y$.

x	y
5	2
5	4

The required graph is a vertical line passing through the $x$-axis at 5.

Part(b) Step 1. Explanation and Graph

The equation has only one variable $y$which is always equal to $-4$. Thus, we will create a table where $y=-4$and can put any value in $x$.

x	y
1	$-4$
2	$-4$

The required graph is a horizontal line passing through the $y$-axis at $-4$.