What is a slope in mathematical terms

Mathematics

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atroni [7]3 years ago

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Answer:

"The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness. Mathematically, slope is calculated as "rise over run" (change in y divided by change in x)."

strojnjashka [21]3 years ago

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Answer:

It is how steep a linear graph/function is.

Step-by-step explanation:

It is the m in the formula y=mx+b. The bigger the member the steeper.

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