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There are several different methods for finding the slope of a line depending on the information given. In your own words, please describe one method for finding slope and provide an example for using said method.

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Slope of the line can be found using 2 points on a line. the equation y2 - y1 / x2 - x1 can be used to find slope. for example, find the slope of a line that passes through (1,2) and (2,4)

4-2 / 2-1 = 2/1 = 2
the slope is 2
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