What is the slope of a line?
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The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, usually represented as 'm'. It is calculated as the change in y (rise) over the change in x (run).
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you calculate the slope between two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?
Back
The slope (m) is calculated using the formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Find the slope of the line represented by the points (1, 2) and (3, 6).
Back
The slope is 2, calculated as (6 - 2) / (3 - 1).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does a positive slope indicate about a line?
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A positive slope indicates that as x increases, y also increases, meaning the line rises from left to right.
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What does a negative slope indicate about a line?
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A negative slope indicates that as x increases, y decreases, meaning the line falls from left to right.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the slope of a horizontal line?
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The slope of a horizontal line is 0, as there is no change in y regardless of the change in x.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the slope of a vertical line?
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The slope of a vertical line is undefined, as the change in x is 0, leading to division by zero.
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