Finding Slope on a Graph
Learning Objective
I can determine the slope of a line from a graph.
Key Concepts
When finding slope from a graph, it is important to choose points that line up on an exact x and an exact y.
The slope of a linear equation is the same throughout the entire line, so it doesn't matter which points you pick as long as they line up on an exact x and y.
To find the slope, count the rise over the run and keep it as a fraction.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the most important consideration when selecting points on a graph to determine slope?
2. Explain why points without exact x and y coordinates cannot be used to accurately calculate the slope from a graph.
3. Describe the relationship between the slope at one section of a straight line and the slope at another section of the same line.
...and 4 more questions
Educational Video
How to Find the Slope on a Graph: With No Points!
Algebra-1 with Mr. Peters