Y=−8x+5
The slope of the line is m=−8
The equation of the line in the slope-intercept form is y=−8x+5
Both sparked controversy on a political front by bringing new opportunities for political parties to gain more power. Think of the new territory as a way for a weaker side of politics to gain more power in the government.
You should probably use these evidences/terms in your answer:
-North/South/West
-Tariffs
-Expansion, Westward and farmland
-rising tensions/sectionalism