JAMB Mathematics 1991 Question 26

Question 26

Coordinate Geometry

Find the gradient of the line passing through the points (−2, 0) and (0, −4)

  1. A.2
  2. B.−4
  3. C.−2
  4. D.4
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (−2)

Explanation

Gradient = (−4 − 0)/(0 − (−2)) = −4/2 = −2.