SOLUTION: Given that two points on line m are P(5,-12) and Q(3,-2) write a ratio expressing the slope of m.

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Question 309510: Given that two points on line m are P(5,-12) and Q(3,-2) write a ratio expressing the slope of m.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Given that two points on line m are P(5,-12) and Q(3,-2) write a ratio expressing the slope of m.
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slope = (-2--12)/(3-5) = 10/-2 = -5
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Stan H.