Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 3 - Introduction to Graphing - Review Exercises: Chapter 3 - Page 225: 5

Answer

true

Work Step by Step

RECALL: The slope is the ratio of the rise and the run. Thus, the ratio can be interpreted as the average increase (or decrease) in the value of $y$ for every unit increase in $x$. Thus, the slope is actually a rate. Therefore, the given statement is true.
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