Alg STAAR Slope A.3(A)-A.3(B)

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What is the definition of slope in a linear relationship?

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The slope is a measure of the steepness of a line, calculated as the change in the y-coordinate divided by the change in the x-coordinate (rise over run).

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How do you calculate the slope from a table of values?

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To calculate the slope from a table of values, select two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) and use the formula: slope = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).

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What does a positive slope indicate about a linear relationship?

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A positive slope indicates that as the x-value increases, the y-value also increases, showing a direct relationship.

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What does a negative slope indicate about a linear relationship?

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A negative slope indicates that as the x-value increases, the y-value decreases, showing an inverse relationship.

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What is the significance of the slope in real-world applications?

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The slope represents the rate of change between two variables, such as speed, cost, or temperature change.

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How do you interpret the slope in the context of a savings account balance?

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The slope indicates the amount of money gained per deposit, showing how the balance increases with each deposit.

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The slope is 12.

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