5 Questions
What letter is often used to denote slope in mathematics?
m
How is slope calculated?
By finding the ratio of the vertical change to the horizontal change between two distinct points on a line
What does a negative 'rise' indicate for a line?
The line is decreasing
How is the steepness, incline, or grade of a line measured?
By the absolute value of the slope
In the equation $y = mx + b$, what does the letter b represent?
The y-intercept of the line
Test your knowledge of mathematical concepts with this quiz on slope and gradients. Explore the origins of the letter "m" in the equation of a straight line and deepen your understanding of this fundamental aspect of geometry and algebra.
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