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To find the slope of the line passing through two points, we can use the slope formula:

\[
\text{slope} = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}
\]

Given the points:
\[
(-6, -8) \quad \text{and} \quad (-6, 7)
\]

Substituting into the formula:

\[
\text{slope} = \frac{7 - (-8)}{-6 - (-6)} = \frac{7 + 8}{-6 + 6} = \frac{15}{0}
\]

Since the denominator is 0, the slope is undefined. Therefore, the correct answer is **A. The slope is undefined**.

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

1. How is slope interpreted when it's undefined?
2. What happens if the denominator in the slope formula is zero?
3. What is the difference between undefined slope and zero slope?
4. Can a vertical line have a defined slope?
5. How can you identify a vertical line based on coordinates?

**Tip:** A vertical line occurs when both points have the same x-coordinate, which makes the slope undefined.

Find the slope of the line that passes through the points (-6, -8) and (-6, 7).

Learn how to calculate the slope of a line that passes through points (-6, -8) and (-6, 7). This problem demonstrates the key concept of undefined slopes in vertical lines. Suitable for students in Grades 7-9.

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