WAEC Mathematics 2017 Question 23

Question 23

Coordinate Geometry

Calculate the gradient (slope) of the line joining points (−1, 1) and (2, −2).

  1. A.−1
  2. B.−½
  3. C.½
  4. D.1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (−1)

Explanation

(−2 − 1)/(2 − (−1)) = −3/3 = −1.