Question

what is the slope of the line passing through points (1,-5) and (4,1)?

A.) 2

B.) -4/5

C.) 5/4

D.) -2

Answer 1

slope = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

(1, - 5)...x1 = 1 and y1 = - 5
(4, 1)....x2 = 4 and y2 = 1

now its just a matter of subbing...pay close attention to ur signs

Answer 2

I think the answer is A but im not sure @texaschic101

Answer 3

u r correct...slope is 2