Question

A line crosses through the points (0,2) and (-10, -16) Which of the following is the slope of the line?

A

`\binom{9}{5}`
b

`- \binom{9}{5}`
c

`\binom{1} {3}`
d

`\binom{5}{9}`
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Answer 1

Answer: 9/5

m = (y2 -y1)/(x2 -x1)

m = (-16-2)/(-10-0) = -18/-10

m = 9/5

Answer 2

9/5

Explanation:

The slope between the two points can be found by ...

m = (y2 -y1)/(x2 -x1)

m = (-16-2)/(-10-0) = -18/-10

m = 9/5

The slope of the line is 9/5. Perhaps this is a match to choice A.