What is a slope triangle and how do we use it to determine slope

What is a slope triangle and how do we use it to determine slope

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Interactive Video

Mathematics

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tutorial explains the concept of slope triangles, emphasizing their role as right triangles used to determine the change in distances between two points. It covers how to use slope triangles to find horizontal and vertical distances, and how these can be applied to calculate the slope of a line on a graph. The tutorial provides practical examples and techniques for reading graphs to determine slope, highlighting the importance of understanding the direction of the slope for accurate calculations.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is a slope triangle and why is it important in understanding graphs?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does it mean if a graph has a positive slope?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how to find the slope using a slope triangle.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do you determine the lengths of the sides of a slope triangle?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process of creating a slope triangle from two points on a graph.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the two different ways to read a graph to determine the slope?

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How can you determine if the slope is negative or positive from a graph?

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