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algebraFind the slope of the line shown in the graph passing through and .
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Calculate rise over run from the graph.
- Points: and .
- Rise: From down to is a change of .
- Run: From right to is a change of .
- Slope: .
💡 Strategic Tip: If the line goes down from left to right, the slope MUST be negative.
Choice B is incorrect because it flips rise and run. Choice C is incorrect because it misses the negative sign. Choice D is incorrect because it flips rise/run and misses the sign.