Math Problem Statement

Find the slope of the given line from the graph.

Solution

To determine the slope of the line, we can use the formula for slope m=y2y1x2x1m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}, where (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) are two distinct points on the line.

Let's examine two points on the graph:

  • One point appears to be (0,0)(0, 0), the origin.
  • Another point seems to be (3,5)(3, 5), which is three units to the right and five units up.

Using the slope formula: m=y2y1x2x1=5030=53m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} = \frac{5 - 0}{3 - 0} = \frac{5}{3}

Therefore, the slope of the line is 53\frac{5}{3}, so the correct answer is the second option: 53\frac{5}{3}.

Would you like more details on how the slope formula works or on how to interpret slopes from graphs?

Here are five related questions:

  1. How does the slope formula relate to rise over run in a graph?
  2. What is the interpretation of a positive vs. negative slope?
  3. How can you identify slope from a table of values instead of a graph?
  4. What happens if the line is vertical or horizontal in terms of slope?
  5. How would you calculate slope if given only the equation of a line?

Tip: When calculating slope, always pay attention to whether the line is increasing or decreasing to determine if the slope is positive or negative.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Slope of a Line
Graphing

Formulas

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

Theorems

Slope-Intercept Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-8