How does the slope equal - 1/2 I don't understand please help

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asked Aug 28, 2023 126k views

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FaizanHussainRabbani · Answer 1 · 2023-09-02T19:16:32+0000

Explanation:

When finding the slope using a graph, you can find it with a method called rise/run. This essentially means a change of y/a change of x

We find this by plugging in the given y points over the given x points

(2-0)/(-5-(-1))

(2)/(-4) =-1/2

Therefore, the slope is -1/2.