Grade 8 · Year 9 · Class 8 · ages 13–14 · Algebra
Slope between two points: Grade 8 practice
Finding the gradient of a line through two points. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Slope is rise over run: the change in y divided by the change in x.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy Find the slope of the line through (−2, 3) and (0, 7):
Answer: 2
Medium Find the slope of the line through (−2, −1) and (0, −8):
Answer: -72
Challenge Find the slope of the line through (2, 1) and (7, −3):
Answer: -45
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- Printable slope between two points worksheet with an answer key (new questions every time)
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Related skills
- Laws of exponents (Grade 8)
- Linear functions, finding y (Grade 8)
- Equations with x on both sides (Grade 8)
- Simultaneous equations from a sum and a difference (Grade 8)
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FAQ
Slope between two points: questions
What grade is slope between two points?
It is usually taught in Grade 8 (Year 9 in England, Class 8 in India, ages 13–14), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a slope between two points question look like?
For example: "Find the slope of the line through (−2, −1) and (0, −8):" The answer is -7/2. Slope is rise over run: the change in y divided by the change in x.
What should I learn before and after slope between two points?
Before it, try number puzzles with equations (Grade 7). After it, move on to laws of exponents (Grade 8).
How can I get better at slope between two points?
Slope is rise over run: the change in y divided by the change in x. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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