Question

What is the slope of the line that passes through points (-1,5) and (2,3)

Answer 1

-2/1 because u have to do change in y over change in x

Answer 2

-2/3

Explanation:

The slope of a line can be found using the formula change in y coordinate divided by change in x coordinate (rise over run). SO, first you find the difference in y: 3-5 which is equal to -2, then divide it by change in x (2--1 / 2+1 = 3), giving an answer of -2/3.