\"slope\"\"

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Since the line is raising the slope is positive.

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Next, find the slope.

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\"\"            

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Substitute  4 for y2 , 6 for y1 , 5 for x2, and 2 for x1 in slope formula.

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\"\"                     (Simplify)

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\"\"                        (Subtract: \"\")     \"\"

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Slope is negative and slope is \"\".