Question

Calculate the slope given these two points (−1, 2) and (5, −4).

Answer 1

Explanation:

Given points

( -1 , 2 ) and ( 5 , -4)

Now

Slope ( m ) = y2 -y1

x2 - x1

= (2+4) / ( -1 -5)

= 6 / -6

= -1