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Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 8 Unit 3

Linear Relationships

Lesson 9: Slopes Don't Have to be Positive

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INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula

In this Slide Show, learn how to use the slope formula.

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Slope
Interactive Crossword Puzzle--Slope Intercept Form Interactive Crossword Puzzle--Slope Intercept Form Interactive Crossword Puzzle--Slope Intercept Form

This interactive crossword puzzle tests knowledge of key terms on the topic of the slope intercept form.

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Slope-Intercept Form
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 1 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 1 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 1

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Linear Functions

Description

This image is the first in a series of 6 clip art images that show step by step how to use the slope formula. It serves as an introduction, with the title "Introduction" and includes the text "In this presentation, we walk you through the steps of using the Slope Formula." The image features a linear graph with two generic points highlighted and the slope formula displayed.

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 2 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 2 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 2

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Linear Functions

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This image is a continuation of the previous one, focusing on Step 1 of using the slope formula: "Identify the Coordinates." The example in this series of images deals with coordinates (3, 4) and (-5, -4), demonstrating how to select two points on a line to calculate its slope.

Teachers can guide students through this step by saying: "The first step in using the slope formula is to identify two points on our line. In this example, we're using the points (3, 4) and (-5, -4). Can you locate these points on the graph? Why do you think it's important to choose two different points?"

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 3 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 3 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 3

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Linear Functions

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This image continues the series, focusing on Step 2 of using the slope formula: "Match Coordinates to Formula." It demonstrates how to correctly assign the chosen coordinates to the variables in the slope formula.

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 4 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 4 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 4

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Linear Functions

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This image focuses on Step 3 of using the slope formula: "Assign Values to Formula." It shows how to substitute the actual coordinate values into the slope formula, preparing for the calculation of the slope.

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 5 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 5 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 5

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Linear Functions

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This image continues the series, focusing on Step 4 of using the slope formula: "Assign Values to Formula." It completes the assignment of coordinate values in the slope formula. In this case we deal with x2 and y2.

Teachers can walk students through this step by saying: "Now we complete the assignment of coordinate values into the slope formula. In this case we deal with x2 and y2. Do you see how those coordinates are highlighted in the formula?"

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula, Image 6 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 6 Math Clip Art--Linear Functions Concepts--Using the Slope Formula 6

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Linear Functions

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This final image in the series focuses on Step 5 of using the slope formula: "Simplify." It shows how to express the calculated slope in its simplest form, if necessary.

Teachers can conclude the lesson with this step by saying: "Our last step is to simplify our result if possible. Sometimes, our slope might be a fraction that can be reduced. Other times, it might already be in its simplest form. Why is it important to express our slope in the simplest possible way? How does this final step help us interpret what the slope means in the context of our line?"

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art: Images of Staircases

Use this selection of images to show steepness of stairs as a way of introducing the concept of slope.

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Math Clip Art Math Clip Art: Slope vs. Rate Math Clip Art: Slope vs. Rate

In these clip art images, show students the difference between ratios and rates. These images are useful when talking about slope as both a ratio and a rate. In particular, this is useful when talking about slope as a rate of change.

Slope and Ratios and Rates
Math Clip Art Math Clip Art: Slopes of Lines Math Clip Art: Slopes of Lines

Have students compare the slopes of the pairs of lines from these clip art images. Have them use the background grid for measuring the rise and the run.

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Staircase Clip Art Math Clip Art: Staircase Steepness

In this set of clip art images, different values for the rise and run are given, but in all cases they result in the same slope for the staircase. These images help advance the idea that slope is a ratio and proportion.

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Math Clip Art: Types of Slope Math Clip Art: Types of Slope

Math Clip Art: Types of Slope

Use these clip art images to show the different types of slope available. These slope types are covered:

Positive SlopeNegative SlopeZero SlopeNo SlopeSlope = 1Slope =-10 < Slope < 1Slope > 1
Slope
Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots-- Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5 Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots--Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5 Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots-- Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5

In this set of math examples, analyze the behavior of different scatterplots. This includes linear and quadratic models.

Point-Slope Form, Slope-Intercept Form and Data Analysis
Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots-- Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5 Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots--Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5 Math Example--Charts, Graphs, and Plots-- Estimating the Line of Best Fit: Example 5

In this set of math examples, analyze the behavior of different scatterplots. This includes linear and quadratic models.

Point-Slope Form, Slope-Intercept Form and Data Analysis
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the slope of a line connecting two points on a coordinate grid. The points (1, 2) and (7, 6) are plotted, and the slope formula is applied to find the slope between them. The calculation shows that the slope is (6 - 2) / (7 - 1) = 4 / 6 = 2 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, allowing us to determine the steepness and direction of a line. It's essential for understanding linear relationships and is widely used in various mathematical and real-world applications.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 1

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the slope of a line connecting two points on a coordinate grid. The points (1, 2) and (7, 6) are plotted, and the slope formula is applied to find the slope between them. The calculation shows that the slope is (6 - 2) / (7 - 1) = 4 / 6 = 2 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, allowing us to determine the steepness and direction of a line. It's essential for understanding linear relationships and is widely used in various mathematical and real-world applications.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10

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Slope Formula

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This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (1, 6) and (10, -3) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-3)) / (1 - 10) = 9 / -9 = -1.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 10

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (1, 6) and (10, -3) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-3)) / (1 - 10) = 9 / -9 = -1.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line connecting points (5, 6) and (5, -8) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-8)) / (5 - 5) = 14 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 11

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line connecting points (5, 6) and (5, -8) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-8)) / (5 - 5) = 14 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12

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Slope Formula

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This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-2, 6) and (-4, -8) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-8)) / (-2 - (-4)) = 14 / 2 = 7.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a positive slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 12

Topic

Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-2, 6) and (-4, -8) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-8)) / (-2 - (-4)) = 14 / 2 = 7.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a positive slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13

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Slope Formula

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This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-10, 6) and (-1, -1) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants II and III. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-1)) / (-10 - (-1)) = 7 / -9 = -7 / 9.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points in different quadrants and with negative coordinates when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 13

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-10, 6) and (-1, -1) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants II and III. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-1)) / (-10 - (-1)) = 7 / -9 = -7 / 9.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points in different quadrants and with negative coordinates when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14

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Slope Formula

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This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line passing through two points: (-5, 6) and (-5, -4) in Quadrant II of a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-4)) / (-5 - (-5)) = 10 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 14

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line passing through two points: (-5, 6) and (-5, -4) in Quadrant II of a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - (-4)) / (-5 - (-5)) = 10 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (4, -5) and (-2, -7) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants III and IV. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-5 - (-7)) / (4 - (-2)) = 2 / 6 = 1 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with negative coordinates and in different quadrants when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 15

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (4, -5) and (-2, -7) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants III and IV. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-5 - (-7)) / (4 - (-2)) = 2 / 6 = 1 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with negative coordinates and in different quadrants when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (9, -10) and (-1, -2) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants III and IV diagonally. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-2 - (-10)) / (-1 - 9) = 8 / -10 = -4 / 5.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative fraction.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 16

Topic

Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (9, -10) and (-1, -2) on a Cartesian plane. The line crosses quadrants III and IV diagonally. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-2 - (-10)) / (-1 - 9) = 8 / -10 = -4 / 5.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative fraction.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (-2, -7) and (3, -7) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-7 - (-7)) / (-2 - 3) = 0 / -5 = 0.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal, resulting in a slope of zero, even when the points have different x-coordinates.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 17

Topic

Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (-2, -7) and (3, -7) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (-7 - (-7)) / (-2 - 3) = 0 / -5 = 0.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal, resulting in a slope of zero, even when the points have different x-coordinates.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-6, 0) and (0, 4) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (4 - 0) / (0 - (-6)) = 4 / 6 = 2 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a positive fraction.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 18

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (-6, 0) and (0, 4) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (4 - 0) / (0 - (-6)) = 4 / 6 = 2 / 3.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a positive fraction.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (1, 0) and (0, 6) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - 0) / (0 - 1) = 6 / -1 = -6.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative integer slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 19

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points: (1, 0) and (0, 6) on a Cartesian plane. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - 0) / (0 - 1) = 6 / -1 = -6.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points with both positive and negative coordinates when calculating slope, resulting in a negative integer slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope between two points (3, 7) and (9, 2) on a coordinate grid. The slope formula is applied to find that the slope is (7 - 2) / (3 - 9) = 5 / -6 = -5 / 6.

Understanding the slope formula is crucial in coordinate geometry as it helps describe the steepness and direction of a line. This concept is widely used in various mathematical applications and real-world scenarios.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 2

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope between two points (3, 7) and (9, 2) on a coordinate grid. The slope formula is applied to find that the slope is (7 - 2) / (3 - 9) = 5 / -6 = -5 / 6.

Understanding the slope formula is crucial in coordinate geometry as it helps describe the steepness and direction of a line. This concept is widely used in various mathematical applications and real-world scenarios.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (0, 0) and (8, 0) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (0 - 0) / (8 - 0) = 0 / 8 = 0.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal and lies on the x-axis, resulting in a slope of zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 20

Topic

Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (0, 0) and (8, 0) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (0 - 0) / (8 - 0) = 0 / 8 = 0.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal and lies on the x-axis, resulting in a slope of zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line connecting points (0, 0) and (0, 6) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - 0) / (0 - 0) = 6 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical and lies on the y-axis, resulting in an undefined slope due to division by zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 21

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line connecting points (0, 0) and (0, 6) on a Cartesian plane. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (6 - 0) / (0 - 0) = 6 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical and lies on the y-axis, resulting in an undefined slope due to division by zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (2, 4) and (9, 4) on a coordinate grid. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (4 - 4) / (9 - 2) = 0 / 7 = 0.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal, resulting in a slope of zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 3

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a horizontal line connecting points (2, 4) and (9, 4) on a coordinate grid. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (4 - 4) / (9 - 2) = 0 / 7 = 0.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is horizontal, resulting in a slope of zero.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line passing through points (5, 8) and (5, 2) on a coordinate grid. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (8 - 2) / (5 - 5) = 6 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 4

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a vertical line passing through points (5, 8) and (5, 2) on a coordinate grid. When we apply the slope formula, we find that the slope is (8 - 2) / (5 - 5) = 6 / 0, which is undefined.

The slope formula is a key concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This particular example highlights a special case where the line is vertical, resulting in an undefined slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points in different quadrants: (-6, -2) in Quadrant III and (6, 5) in Quadrant I. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (5 - (-2)) / (6 - (-6)) = 7 / 12 = 1 / 4.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle negative coordinates and points in different quadrants when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 5

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Slope Formula

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points in different quadrants: (-6, -2) in Quadrant III and (6, 5) in Quadrant I. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (5 - (-2)) / (6 - (-6)) = 7 / 12 = 1 / 4.

The slope formula is a crucial concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example shows how to handle negative coordinates and points in different quadrants when calculating slope.

Slope
Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 6 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 6 Math Example--Coordinate Geometry--Slope Formula: Example 6

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Slope Formula

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of slope for a line connecting two points in different quadrants: (-4, 8) in Quadrant II and (6, 2) in Quadrant I. Applying the slope formula, we find that the slope is (8 - 2) / (-4 - 6) = 6 / -10 = -3 / 5.

The slope formula is a fundamental concept in coordinate geometry, helping us understand the steepness and direction of lines. This example demonstrates how to handle points in different quadrants and interpret a negative slope.

Slope