Equation of a Line at Distance $$p$$ from Origin

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Equation of a Line at Distance $$p$$ from Origin

## Formula

A line whose perpendicular distance from the origin is $$p$$ can be written as:

$$x\cos\alpha+y\sin\alpha=p$$

## Usage

- Used when the distance from the origin and orientation of the normal are specified.

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