The problem requires drawing the "rise" and "run" to represent the slope of the line and then stating the slope in its simplest form. Based on the image:

1. The given line has a negative slope because it decreases from left to right.
2. To determine the slope:
   • Rise is the change in the vertical direction (up or down).
   • Run is the change in the horizontal direction (left or right).

Steps to Solve:

1. Pick two points on the line where it crosses grid intersections. For example:
   • The line passes through (-6, 8) and (0, 0).
2. Calculate the "rise":
   • From (0, 0) to (-6, 8), the vertical change is $8 - 0 = 8$.
3. Calculate the "run":
   • The horizontal change is $0 - (-6) = 6$.
4. The slope ($m$) is: $m = \frac{\text{rise}}{\text{run}} = \frac{-8}{6} = -\frac{4}{3}.$

Thus, the slope of the line is $-\frac{4}{3}$.

Would you like further clarification or help plotting the rise and run? Here are some related questions:

1. How can I simplify fractions in slope calculations?
2. What does the negative sign in a slope indicate geometrically?
3. Can we determine slope using any other formula or method?
4. How would the slope change if the line were rotated?
5. What are some real-life examples where slope is applied?

Tip: Always double-check grid intersections when selecting points for rise and run calculations to ensure accuracy.