SOLUTION: A linear function passes through the points (-1, 3) and (4, -2). What is the slope of the function?

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Question 703172: A linear function passes through the points (-1, 3) and (4, -2). What is the slope of the function?
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A linear function passes through the points (-1, 3) and (4, -2). What is the slope of the function?
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slope=∆y/∆x=(-2-3)/(4-(-1))=-5/5=-1