SOLUTION: y=-1/2x+3 what is the gradient and how do i work it out?

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Question 964892: y=-1/2x+3
what is the gradient and how do i work it out?

Found 2 solutions by t0hierry, macston:
Answer by t0hierry(194) About Me  (Show Source):
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The gradient is minus the derivative
grad = -1/2
grad = -dy/dx

Answer by macston(5194) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Gradient is a synonym for slope. In slope-intercept form:
y=mx+b, m is the slope.
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So for the equation:
y=(-1/2)x+3, m=(-1/2) so slope (or gradient) is (-1/2)