Question

What is the slope of the line that passes through the points (5 -11) and (-9 17)

Answer 1

Slope: (y2-y1)/(x2-x1)
(17-(-11))/(-9-5) = 28/-14 = -2
The slope is -2

Answer 2

A. -2

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Algebra I

• Slope Formula:
  `m=(y_2-y_1)/(x_2-x_1)`

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Point (5, -11)

Point (-9, 17)

Step 2: Find slope m

1. Substitute:
   `m=(17+11)/(-9-5)`
2. Add/Subtract:
   `m=(28)/(-14)`
3. Divide:
   `m=-2`