The rate of change of a linear equation (first degree) is equivalent to the slope of a line. Slope is described as the vertical movement (rise) of the line over its horizontal counterpart (run). In determining the rate of change or slope (m) given 1 data point (x',y'), point-slope form is applicable. Point-slope form is: (y-y') = m (x-x'). Substitute the given point (-5,-1) in the equation. By substitution, [y-(-1)] = m [x-(-5)]. Re-arranging the equation, the rate of change or slope is, m = (y+1)/(x+5).
Find the number in the tenth place 0 and look one place to the right for the rounding digit 9. Round up if this number is greater than or equal to 5 and round down if it is less than 5.
Answer: 0.1
28 is the coefficient of x and 35 is the constant
