Understanding Slope Graphically

The video tutorial from MooMooMath explains how to find the slope of a line graphically. It begins with an introduction to the concept of slope, followed by an example using two points on a line. The tutorial then outlines the rules for finding the slope, which involve selecting any two points, counting the rise and run, and forming a ratio. The video provides examples of both positive and negative slopes, demonstrating how to calculate each by counting units and considering direction. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the concepts covered.

What is the first step in finding the slope of a line graphically?

• Draw a circle around the line

• Measure the angle of the line

• Pick any two points on the line

• Count the total length of the line

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When calculating slope, what does the 'rise' refer to?

• The vertical distance between two points

• The angle of the line

• The horizontal distance between two points

• The total length of the line

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In the example given, what is the rise when moving from one point to another?

• 4 units

• 1 unit

• 2 units

• 3 units

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What is the slope of a line if the rise is 2 and the run is 3?

• 3/1

• 1/3

• 2/3

• 3/2

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How is a negative slope identified graphically?

• The line moves upwards from left to right

• The line is vertical

• The line is horizontal

• The line moves downwards from left to right

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If a line has a rise of -1 and a run of 3, what is the slope?

• 3/1

• -1/3

• -3/1

• 1/3

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What happens to the slope if the rise is negative and the run is positive?

• The slope is zero

• The slope is undefined

• The slope is negative

• The slope is positive

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