\"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 2 for y2,  10 for y1, 1 for x2, and -6 for x1 in slope formula.

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\"\"

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\"\"                      (Simplify)

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\"\"                      (Add: \"\")

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

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Slope is negative and slope is \"\".