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Using the slope​ formula, find the slope of the line through the given points. (12,0) and (2,-5)

Please Help!!!! Using the slope​ formula, find the slope of the line through the given-example-1
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Answer: The slope is 1/2

Step-by-step explanation:

Calculate the rise (change in y-component) divided by the run (change in x-component).

rise = 0 - (-5) = 5

run = 12 - 2 = 10

slope = 5/10 = 1/2

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