Question

What is the slope of the line that passes through (−2, −4) and (3, 7) ?

Answer 1

Answer:

11/5

Step-by-step explanation:

-4 - 7 = -11

-2 - 3 = -5

11/5

Answer 2

Answer:

B. 11/5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Algebra I

• Slope Formula: $m=\frac{y_2-y_1}{x_2-x_1}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Point (-2, -4)

Point (3, 7)

Step 2: Find slope m

1. Substitute:                    $m=\frac{7+4}{3+2}$
2. Add:                              $m=\frac{11}{5}$