All Things Slope

Match the following

• positive slope

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• negative slope

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• zero slope

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• undefined slope

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The equations ​ (a)   and ​ (b)   create parallel lines when graphed.

• y = 2x + 7
• y = 2x + 3
• y = 1/2 x -6
• y = -2x + 7

Martin had $220 in his savings account when he decided to start saving more money for a new bike. He decided put $50 into his account each month. Write a linear equation to match this situation.

Mathematical Equivalence

ON

Select the dot on the section of the graph that has a slope of -2.

Graph the equation y = 1/4 x + 6.

Drag and drop the equations to the correct portions of the graph.

a

b

c

d

y=2

y=-x+5

y=2x+1

y=-x+12

Find the slope of a line with points (3,2) and (6,8). Enter your answer as a whole number.

Mathematical Equivalence

ON

Reorder the following steps to write the equation of a line from two points.

• use the values of x, y, and m to find b

• write the equation using the values of m and b

• use slope formula to find the value of m

Choose the correct equation for a line that runs through points (2,4) and (6,8).

• y=x+2

• y=2x

• y=1/2x +3

• y=-x-2

Plot the following points.

(-4, 0)

(6,-5)

(2,7)

(-8,6)