NECO Mathematics 2024 Objective — Question 34
Question 34 of 50 from the National Examinations Council (NECO) Mathematics 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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The gradient of the line joining the points P(2,−8) and Q(1,y) is −4. Find the value of y.
- A. A. 2
- B. B. 4
- C. C. -4Correct
- D. D. -3
Explanation
Gradient=(y−(−8))/(1−2)=(y+8)/(−1)=−4 → y+8=4 → y=−4.
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