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Find the slope of the line through each pair of points (-17, 11) , (-12, 9) 

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Answer:

M = -2/5

Explanation:

To find the slope of a line when you know two points, use the following formula.

M = y₂ - y₁ ÷ x₂ - x₁

M = 9 - 11 ÷ -12 - (-17)

M = -2 ÷ 5

M = -2/5

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