Question

Find the approximate slope of the line that contains the points (5.1, -2.8) and (6.4,-1.2). State whether the line is increasing, decreasing, horizontal, or vertical.

Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.

A. The slope is (fill in the blank)

B The slope is undefined

Is the line increasing, decreasing, horizontal, or vertical?

Horizontal
Increasing
Decreasing
Vertical

Answer 1

slope = 16/13, increasing

Explanation:

solve for the slope

-1.2-(-2.8)/(6.4-5.1)

= 16/13

it's positive meaning it's increasing