Math Problem Statement

Identify the slope of the line in the graph provided.

Solution

To identify the slope of the line in the graph, we follow these steps:

  1. Pick two points on the line. The red line crosses through obvious points at (0,3)(0, -3) and (4,0)(4, 0).

  2. Calculate the slope using the formula: slope=riserun=y2y1x2x1\text{slope} = \frac{\text{rise}}{\text{run}} = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} where (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) are the coordinates of the two points.

    • The first point is (0,3)(0, -3) and the second point is (4,0)(4, 0).
    • The difference in the yy-coordinates (rise) is: 0(3)=30 - (-3) = 3.
    • The difference in the xx-coordinates (run) is: 40=44 - 0 = 4.
  3. Calculate the slope: slope=34\text{slope} = \frac{3}{4}

Thus, the slope of the line is 34\frac{3}{4}, which corresponds to option D in the multiple choice answers.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you determine the equation of a line given the slope and one point?
  2. How does the slope affect the steepness and direction of a line?
  3. What is the difference between positive and negative slopes?
  4. Can the slope of a vertical line be calculated in the same way?
  5. How do you find the slope when the coordinates are fractions or decimals?

Tip: Remember, the slope tells you how steep a line is. Positive slopes go upward from left to right, while negative slopes go downward!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Slope of a line
Linear equations
Coordinate geometry

Formulas

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

Theorems

Slope-intercept form of a line

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8