Find the slope of the road. Write your answer in lowest terms. 1700 feet 220 feet
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The slope of a line (or road, in this context) is a measure of its steepness. It is calculated as the ratio of the vertical change (rise) to the horizontal change (run) between two points on the line. Show more…
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