Question

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From the equation, what is the slope: y-6=-2(x-7) *

Answer 1

The slope is 2.

Explanation:

y - 6 = 2(x - 7) Distribute the 2

y - 6 = 2x - 14 Add 6 to both sides of the equation

y - 6 + 6 = 2x -14 + 6

y = 2x -8

y = mx + b The number before the x is the slope. 2 is the slope.