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Slope and Rate of Change

This topic introduces the concept of ratios to determine the slope of a line and to recognize constant and variable rates of change.
Practice Question
1

A line has a slope of -3/4 and passes through the points (-3, 2) and (1, t). What is the value of t?

 
Possible Answers
Your Answer
Correct Answer
A)

-1
B)

-2
C)

1
D)

2
Practice Question
2

Is the slope positive or negative? What is the slope?

 
Possible Answers
Your Answer
Correct Answer
A)

Positive; 1
B)

Positive; 2
C)

Positive; 3
D)

Negative; 1
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