Question

Find the slope of the line shown​

Answer 1

The slope m = -1

Explanation:

Look at the picture.

The formula of a slope:

`m=(y_2-y_1)/(x_2-x_1)`

From the graph we have the points (-5, 2) and (-3, 0). Substitute:

`m=(0-2)/(-3-(-5))=(-2)/(2)=-1`