Type of Slope

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What is the definition of a positive slope?

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A positive slope indicates that as the x-value increases, the y-value also increases, resulting in an upward trend on a graph.

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What is the definition of a negative slope?

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A negative slope indicates that as the x-value increases, the y-value decreases, resulting in a downward trend on a graph.

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What does an undefined slope represent?

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An undefined slope occurs when a line is vertical, meaning there is no change in the x-value while the y-value changes.

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What does a zero slope represent?

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A zero slope occurs when a line is horizontal, meaning there is no change in the y-value while the x-value changes.

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How can you identify a positive slope on a graph?

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A positive slope can be identified by a line that rises 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 can be identified by a line that falls from left to right.

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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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If a line has a slope of 2, what does this mean?

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A slope of 2 means that for every 1 unit increase in x, the y-value increases by 2 units.

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If a line has a slope of -3, what does this mean?

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A slope of -3 means that for every 1 unit increase in x, the y-value decreases by 3 units.