Question

Find the slope of the line that passes through the given points (-1.6) and (8.4) Select the correct choice below and, if necessary fill in the answer box within your choice A The slope is (Type an integer or a simplified fraction) OB. The slope is undefined Question is comite Tap e red cats to see incorrect answers

Answer 1

The slope is
`m=-(2)/(9)`

Explanation:

we know that

The formula to calculate the slope between two points is equal to

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

we have

`A(-1,6)\ B(8,4)`

Substitute the values

`m=(4-6)/(8+1)`

`m=(-2)/(9)`

`m=-(2)/(9)`