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WAEC Mathematics 2017 Objective — Question 23

Question 23 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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

  • A. A. -1Correct
  • B. B. -1/2
  • C. C. 1/2
  • D. D. 1

Explanation

Gradient = (y2-y1)/(x2-x1) = (-2-1)/(2-(-1)) = -3/3 = -1.

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