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What is the slope of the line 8x + 6y = 12?

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The slope of the line is -4/3
User Romaan
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8x + 6y = 12

6y = -8x + 12

Divide the equation by 6,

y = -4/3x + 2

Now compare it with principle equation, y = mx + b

Where, Slope (m) = -4/3

In short, Your Answer would be: -4/3

Hope this helps!
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