Slope from two points with negative slopes
Slope = (y₂ − y₁) ÷ (x₂ − x₁). Write a whole number or a fraction in lowest terms.
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Find the slope of the line through (8, −1) and (14, −37).
Answer: -6
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Answer: -1
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Answer: -1
Tip: Slope = (y₂ − y₁) ÷ (x₂ − x₁). Write a whole number or a fraction in lowest terms.
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