\"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 8 for y2, 0 for y1, 2 for x2, and 0 for x1 in slope formula.

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\"\"

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

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\"\"                       (Divide: \"\")\"\"

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Slope is positive and slope is \"\".