Question

Given the equation 3x + y = 14, determine the slope of the line

Answer 1

3x + y = 14

Explanation:

rewrite in y = mx + b format

i.e y = 3x - 14

where m = slope

therefore m=3

Answer 2

-3 is the slope of the line.

Explanation:

You have to rearrange the equation to slope intercept form, y=mx+b.

3x+y=14

-3x -3x

y=-3x+14