Geometria
Slope Calculator | Find the Slope of a Line
Easily calculate the slope of a line using our online Slope Calculator. Just enter two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) to find the slope. Visualize the line and understand the concept of slope in coordinate geometry.
Enter Coordinates
Provide the x and y coordinates for two points, P1 and P2.
Result:
Slope (m) = Undefined
The slope m = / is undefined for vertical lines.
Line Visualization
Understanding Slope
In mathematics, the slope or gradient of a line is a number that describes both the direction and the steepness of the line. Slope is often denoted by the letter 'm'.
Formula
The slope (m) of a line passing through two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) is given by the formula:
m = (y2 - y1)
(x2 - x1)
(x2 - x1)
This formula represents the "rise over run," where 'rise' is the vertical change (y2 - y1) and 'run' is the horizontal change (x2 - x1).
Types of Slopes
- Positive Slope: Line goes upwards from left to right.
- Negative Slope: Line goes downwards from left to right.
- Zero Slope: Horizontal line.
- Undefined Slope: Vertical line (division by zero).