Slope of a Line Introduction

Which formula is used in finding the slope if two points of a line are given?

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Which of the following statements DOES NOT describe a slope?

• It can be found using a graph.

• It can be determined using a point.

• It is referred to as the rise over run.

• It describes the steepness of a line.

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When can a slope of a line be equal to zero?

• When the values of x vary.

• When the values of y vary.

• When the values of x are constant

• When the values of y are constant.

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When can a slope become undefined?

• When the values of x vary.

• When the values of y vary.

• When the values of x are constant.

• When the values of y are constant.

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What is the slope of a line that has coordinates (5, 18) and (5, -12)?

• 0

• 1

• undefined

• negative

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What is the slope of a line illustrated in the graph?

• -1

• 0

• 1

• undefined

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What is the slope of a line that passes through the points (8, 3) and (-3, 3)?

• -8

• 0

• 1

• undefined

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What is the slope of a line with the equation 8𝑥 - 12𝑦 = 6?

• -2⁄3

• -3⁄2

• 2⁄3

• 3⁄2

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Which of the following graphs below describes a positive slope?

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The steepness of the line also commonly known as rise over run is called _______.

• linear equation

• linear function

• linear inequality

• slope

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