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Find the slope of the line that passes through (3,7)

and (7, 1). Simplify your answer and write it as an
improper fraction, proper fraction or an integer.

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Answer:

m = 3/2

Explanation:

As we move from (3, 7) to (7, 1), x (the "run") increases by 4 and y (the "rise") decreases by 6. Thus, the slope of the line passing thru these two points is

m = rise / run = 6/4 = 3/2

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