Finding slope using Slope triangles
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the slope of a line?
Back
The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, usually represented as 'm'. It is calculated as the ratio of the vertical change (rise) to the horizontal change (run) between two points on the line.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you find the slope using slope triangles?
Back
To find the slope using slope triangles, draw a right triangle where the vertical leg represents the rise (change in y) and the horizontal leg represents the run (change in x). The slope is then calculated as rise/run.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a slope of 0 indicate?
Back
A slope of 0 indicates a horizontal line, meaning there is no vertical change as you move along the line.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does an undefined slope indicate?
Back
An undefined slope indicates a vertical line, meaning there is no horizontal change as you move along the line.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If ∆y = 6 and ∆x = 3, what is the slope?
Back
The slope is 2/1, calculated as 6/3.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula for calculating slope?
Back
The formula for calculating slope (m) is m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a slope triangle?
Back
A slope triangle is a right triangle used to visually represent the rise and run of a line on a graph.
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