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Find the slope m of the line that passes through points (2,5)

and (-1,2). If you get stuck, try plotting the points on graph
paper and drawing the line through them with a ruler, or use
the Desmos graphing calculator c.

User Bartosz Pelikan
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Hi there!

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I believe your answer is:

m = 1

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Here’s why:

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m = (rise)/(run)=(2-5)/(-1-2)=(-3)/(-3) = \boxed{1}

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Hope this helps you. I apologize if it’s incorrect.

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