Calculate the gradient (slope) of the joining points (-1, 1) and (2, -2)
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Gradient = m = \(\frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}\)
= \(\frac{-2 -1}{2 + 1}\)
= \(\frac{-3}{3}\)
= -1
Gradient = m = \(\frac{y_2 - y_1}{x_2 - x_1}\)
= \(\frac{-2 -1}{2 + 1}\)
= \(\frac{-3}{3}\)
= -1