Compute the Slope of the Secant Line Between the Points

question 27

Multiple Choice

Compute the slope of the secant line between the points x = 2.9 and x = 3. Round your answer to the thousandths place.

• A) -0.981
• B) 1.852
• C) -4.372
• D) -1.963

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