Math Problem Statement
Solution
To find the slope of the line shown on the graph, let's follow these steps:
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Identify two clear points on the line. By examining the graph, we can see two points where the line intersects the grid:
- Point 1:
- Point 2:
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Apply the slope formula: The slope is calculated using the formula: where and are the coordinates of the two points.
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Substitute the values:
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Simplify the fraction:
So, the slope of the line is .
Would you like further details on any part of this process?
Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:
- How do you find the slope if the points are closer together?
- What does a positive slope signify about the direction of the line?
- How would the slope change if the line were steeper?
- How can we determine the y-intercept of this line?
- Can the slope be a negative value, and what does that indicate?
Tip: Remember that slope describes the "rise over run," or how much the line goes up (or down) for each unit it goes to the right.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Slope
Coordinate Geometry
Formulas
Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9