Question

Consider the equation 1.2x + 4.8y = 18

If we graph the equation, what is the slope of the graph?

Answer 1

-1/4

Explanation:

For this equation, first divide both sides by 1.2, to get x+4y=15. Then, subtract x from both sides. Now, with 4y=-x+15, divide by 4. You should get y=-1/4x+15/4 (15/4=3 3/4 or 3.75). The formula y=kx=b, where k is slope, means the slope is -1/4.