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How do u find the slope between the points (-5,2) and (3,9)

User Dismissile
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you need to rise divided by the run. Another way to put it is
m = (y2 - y1)/(x2 - x1)
Take your points and plug them in
m = (2 - 9)/(-5 - 3) = (-7)/(-8) = 7/8 is the slope
User Dean Leitersdorf
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