Question

The equation shows the relationship between x and y:

y = −5x + 8

What is the slope of the equation?

−8
−5
3
8

Answer 1

We know, the principle equation is: y = mx + c
Here, we have: y = -5x + 8

Compare the equations,
Slope(m) would be equal to -5

In short, Your Final answer would be option B

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