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Using the slope​ formula, find the slope of the line through the given points.

(-8, -5) and (9, -5)
Simplify

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Answer:

0

Explanation:

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

= (-5--5)/ (9--8)

= (-5+5)/(9+8)

= 0/17

=0

The slope it 0

This is a horizontal line because the y value doesn't change. If the y value doesn't change, the slope it zero.

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