Finding the Slope from an Equation

Remember equations are written as y=mx+b. Create the equation by finding the slope from rise/run and the y-intercept by looking at where it crosses the y-axis. You can also create an equation by making a List & Spreadsheet, Data & Statistics, Menu 4, 6, 1.

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To create an equation when given two points you will need to make a List & Spreadsheet, Data & Statistics, Menu 4,6,1. Don't forget to turn the fractions into decimals by typing the fraction and pressing CTRL Enter.

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Evaluate responses using AI:

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What is the slope of the line?
15-5y=-7x

• m=-5

• m=-7

• m=7/5

• m=5/7

Find the slope.

• -1/4

• 1/4

• -4

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If the equation of a line is y = -3x + 2, what is the slope of the line?

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What is the slope of the line represented by the equation 5y = 2x + 10? Express your answer as a decimal.

Mathematical Equivalence

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The line represented by the equation 2y - 6x = 4 has a slope of:

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• -3

• 1/3

• -1/3