Positive, Negative, Zero, or Undefined Slope

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What is the definition of slope?

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Slope is a measure of the steepness or incline of a line, typically represented as the ratio of the vertical change to the horizontal change between two points on the line.

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What is the formula for calculating slope?

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The formula for slope (m) is given by: m = \frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1} where (x_1, y_1) and (x_2, y_2) are two points on the line.

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What type of slope does a line that rises from left to right have?

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A line that rises from left to right has a positive slope.

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What type of slope does a line that falls from left to right have?

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A line that falls from left to right has a negative slope.

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What is the slope of a horizontal line?

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The slope of a horizontal line is zero.

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What is the slope of a vertical line?

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The slope of a vertical line is undefined.

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How can you identify a positive slope on a graph?

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A positive slope is identified by a line that moves upwards as it goes from left to right.

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How can you identify a negative slope on a graph?

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A negative slope is identified by a line that moves downwards as it goes from left to right.

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What does an undefined slope indicate about a line?

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An undefined slope indicates that the line is vertical and does not have a defined angle of inclination.

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What does a zero slope indicate about a line?

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A zero slope indicates that the line is horizontal and does not rise or fall.

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