Math Problem Statement

Find the slope (m) of the line passing through the two points (-2, 3) and (3, 5). Express your answer as a rational number in its standard form.

Solution

To find the slope (mm) of the line passing through the two points (2,3)(-2, 3) and (3,5)(3, 5), we use the formula for slope:

m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}

Substituting the coordinates of the points: m=533(2)m = \frac{5 - 3}{3 - (-2)}

Simplify: m=25m = \frac{2}{5}

So, the slope (mm) of the line is:

m=25m = \frac{2}{5}

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Here are 5 related questions you may find useful:

  1. How do you find the slope of a horizontal line?
  2. What does a slope of 25\frac{2}{5} indicate about the steepness of the line?
  3. How do you find the equation of a line given its slope and one point?
  4. What is the slope of a vertical line?
  5. How would the slope change if one of the points were moved?

Tip: The slope is a ratio that compares the vertical change ("rise") to the horizontal change ("run") between two points on a line!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Coordinate Geometry
Slope

Formulas

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

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9