1.5 Find Slope and Rate of Change

E. Q. How do I find Slope and Rate of Change???

Slope and Rate of Change

• Slope:• The slope of a

nonvertical line is the ratio of the vertical change (the rise) to the horizontal change (the run) between any two points on the line.

• Think of stairs…..

• Rate of Change• A rate of change

compares a change in one quantity to a change in another quantity.

• So, what’s the difference?????

Classwork: Wkbk. Pg. 25 -28 odds

Homework: Txbk. Pg. 27 – 28 evens.