Use the slope formula to find the slope of the line passing through the given points. (2, 1) and (4, –5) 20 points

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Use the slope formula to find the slope of the line passing through the given points.

(2, 1) and (4, –5) 20 points

by Rozy

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Answer:

The slope is -3

Explanation:

We can find the slope using

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

= (-5-1)/(4-2)

= -6/2

= -3

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