gradient calculation

Practise gradient calculation with an original VectorPaths question, worked explanation and related VCE Methods practice.

2 practice marks

Original practice question

Calculate the slope of the line joining $(-3, -3)$ and $(3, -1)$.

Worked explanation

• m = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

  \[m = \dfrac{-1 - -3}{3 - -3} = \dfrac{2}{6}\]

• Simplify the fraction

  \[m = \frac{1}{3}\]

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Original VectorPaths practice; not an official VCAA question or marking rubric.