SOLUTION: How can I find the slope for this problem: x= 2-y ____ 9 Its 2-y over 9 thanks

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Question 259347: How can I find the slope for this problem:
x= 2-y
____
9
Its 2-y over 9 thanks
Found 2 solutions by richwmiller, Alan3354:
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
put in form y=mx+b
9x=2-y
y+9x=2
y=2x-9
slope is 2

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
9x = 2-y
y = -9x + 2
slope = -9