Question

Given the points (-6, 4) and (1, 2):
(a) Find the slope of the line that passes through both points.

Answer 1

Slope Formula: (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Point 1 = (-6, 4)

Point 2 = (1, 2)

Slope = (2 - 4) / (1 - - 6)

Slope = -2 / 7

Answer: -2/7

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