Math Problem Statement

Find the slope of the line shown on the graph.

Solution

To find the slope of the line from the graph:

  1. Identify two points on the line: From the graph, I can observe two points that lie on the line:

    • Point 1: (6,5)(-6, -5)
    • Point 2: (2,1)(-2, 1)
  2. Use the slope formula: The slope mm of a line passing through two points (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) is calculated as: m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

  3. Substitute the values: m=1(5)2(6)=1+52+6=64=32m = \frac{1 - (-5)}{-2 - (-6)} = \frac{1 + 5}{-2 + 6} = \frac{6}{4} = \frac{3}{2}

Thus, the slope of the line is 32\frac{3}{2}.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some follow-up questions to explore:

  1. How does the slope influence the steepness of a line?
  2. What is the significance of a positive slope versus a negative slope?
  3. How would you calculate the slope of a horizontal or vertical line?
  4. What are some real-world applications of slope in mathematics?
  5. How can you determine the equation of a line given the slope and a point?

Tip: The slope of a line represents how much the yy-value changes for a corresponding change in the xx-value. A larger slope means a steeper line.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Slope

Formulas

Slope formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Theorems

Concept of slope in coordinate geometry

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9