Math Problem Statement
Solution
To identify the slope of the line in the graph, we follow these steps:
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Pick two points on the line. The red line crosses through obvious points at and .
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Calculate the slope using the formula: where and are the coordinates of the two points.
- The first point is and the second point is .
- The difference in the -coordinates (rise) is: .
- The difference in the -coordinates (run) is: .
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Calculate the slope:
Thus, the slope of the line is , which corresponds to option D in the multiple choice answers.
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Here are some related questions:
- How do you determine the equation of a line given the slope and one point?
- How does the slope affect the steepness and direction of a line?
- What is the difference between positive and negative slopes?
- Can the slope of a vertical line be calculated in the same way?
- 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