You are given information about a straight line. Determine whether the line slopes upward, slopes downward, or ishorizontal.
-The y-intercept is 0 and the slope is -5.2.
A)Is horizontal
B)Slopes upward
C)Slopes downward

Question

You are given information about a straight line. Determine whether the line slopes upward, slopes downward, or ishorizontal.
-The y-intercept is 0 and the slope is -5.2. 
A)Is horizontal
B)Slopes upward
C)Slopes downward

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The slope of a line indicates its steepness and direction. A negative slope, like -5.2, means the line slopes downward as you move from left to right.

You Are Given Information About a Straight Line