Question

Find the slope of the line connecting the following points. (6, -1) (12, -3)

Answer 1

Calculate \(\Delta x\) and \(\Delta y\):
\[\Delta x = 6-12 = -6\\
\Delta y = -1 - (-3) = 2\\
\mbox{slope is } \frac{\Delta y}{\Delta x}=2/-6=-1/3
\]

Answer 2

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