1. **State the problem:** Write the equations of the vertical and horizontal lines passing through the point $(-1, -2)$. 2. **Recall the definitions:** - A vertical line has the form $x = a$, where $a$ is the constant $x$-coordinate of every point on the line. - A horizontal line has the form $y = b$, where $b$ is the constant $y$-coordinate of every point on the line. 3. **Apply to the given point:** - For the vertical line through $(-1, -2)$, the $x$-coordinate is $-1$, so the equation is $$x = -1$$ - For the horizontal line through $(-1, -2)$, the $y$-coordinate is $-2$, so the equation is $$y = -2$$ 4. **Final answer:** - Vertical line: $x = -1$ - Horizontal line: $y = -2$