Question

Find the gradient of the line segment between the points (2,-1) and (5,0). Give your answer in its simplest form.

Answer 1

m = -1/3

Explanation:

Slope Formula:
`m = (y2-y1)/(x2-x1)`

Simply plug in our coordinates to find m:

m = (0 - 2)/(5 + 1)

m = -2/6

m = -1/3