Slope

Slope

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of slope in mathematics?

Back

Slope is a measure of the steepness or incline of a line, typically represented as the ratio of the vertical change (rise) to the horizontal change (run) between two points on the line.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is slope calculated using two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?

Back

Slope (m) is calculated using the formula: m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a positive slope indicate about a line?

Back

A positive slope indicates that as the x-values increase, the y-values also increase, resulting in an upward trend.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a negative slope indicate about a line?

Back

A negative slope indicates that as the x-values increase, the y-values decrease, resulting in a downward trend.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a slope of zero indicate about a line?

Back

A slope of zero indicates a horizontal line, meaning there is no change in the y-value as the x-value changes.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does an undefined slope indicate?

Back

An undefined slope indicates a vertical line, where the x-value remains constant while the y-value changes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the slope of a line that is perfectly vertical?

Back

The slope of a perfectly vertical line is undefined.

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