Question

What is the slope of the line that passes through the points (3, 4) and (0,–2)?

Write your answer in simplest form.

Answer 1

Slope = 1/2

Whole equation: y = 1/2x - 2

Explanation:

Equation: y = mx + b

(3 , 4) and (0 , -2)

`(0 - 3)/(-2 - 4) = (-3)/(-6) = (1)/(2)`

y = 1/2x + b

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-2 = 1/2(0) + b

-2 = b