Question

Slope = y2 − y1 x2 − x1 A line has points (5, 12) and (7, 16). slope =

Answer 1

m = 2

Explanation:

Slope = rise/run or (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Points (5, 12) (7, 16)

We see the y increase by 4 and the x increase by 2, so the slope is

m = 4/2 = 2

So, the slope is 2