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What is the slope in the equation? y + 2 = 5(x - 1)​

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Answer:

5

Explanation:

Let's write the equation in the slope-intercept form by solving for y.

y + 2 = 5(x - 1)

y = 5x - 5 - 2

y = 5x - 7

Answer: The slope is 5

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