Question

What is the slope of the line passing farough

points (6,-1) and (1,8)
A -9/5
B -7/5
C -5/7
D -5/9

Answer 1

The correct answer is A -9/5

Explanation:

To solve this equation you do y2-y1 / x2-x1. So, subtract 8-(-1) and that gives you 9. Then subtract 1-6 and that is -5. The answer is -9/5

Answer 2

The answer is A
8 - -1
——— = -9/5
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