Q. A line has a slope of −1 and includes the points (8,r) and (10,−8). What is the value of r?r= ____
Write Slope Formula: We know the formula for the slope between two points (x1,y1) and (x2,y2) is x2−x1y2−y1. Here, the slope is given as −1, and the points are (8,r) and (10,−8).
Substitute Values: Substitute the values into the slope formula: Slope = 10−8−8−r−1=2−8−r
Eliminate Denominator: Multiply both sides by 2 to eliminate the denominator:−1×2=−8−r(-2 = -8 - r\)
Solve for r: Add 8 to both sides to solve for r: −2+8=−8−r+86=−r
Final Solution: Multiply both sides by −1 to solve for r:6×−1=−r×−1−6=r
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