Question

Find the slope of the line below. If necessary, use a slash (/) to indicate a

division bar.
(4,3)
(-6,-3)
m =

Answer 1

3/5

Explanation:

As we move (right) from the first point to the second, we see x (the run) increasing by 10 and y (the rise) by 6. Thus, the slope of the line shown in the diagram is

m = rise / run = 6/10 = 3/5