Question

The slope of the line whose equation is 2x + 5y + 1 = 0 is

Answer 1

the slope is -2/5

Explanation:

Solve for y.

2x + 5y + 1 = 0

5y = -2x - 1

y = -2/5 x - 1/5

Compare to

y = mx + b, where m is the slope.

m = -2/5

Answer: the slope is -2/5