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What is the slope of the line through (1,-1) and (5,-7)

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Answer:

-3/2

Explanation:

The slope is the ratio of rise to run, the change in y divided by the change in x. It is often designated by the letter "m".

m = (change in y)/(change in x) = (-7 -(-1))/(5 -1) = -6/4

m = -3/2

The slope of the line through the given points is -3/2.

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