Question

parallel lines (slope) (2 attempts only!)
this is the only question in this section.
question
what slope is parallel to ( m = -\frac{5}{8} )?
answer attempt 1 out of 2
( circ m = \frac{5}{8} )
( circ m = -\frac{5}{8} )
( circ m = \frac{8}{5} )
( circ m = -\frac{8}{5} )

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the property of parallel lines

Parallel lines have equal slopes. So if a line has a slope \( m = -\frac{5}{8} \), any line parallel to it must have the same slope.

Step2: Identify the correct option

Among the given options, the slope \( m = -\frac{5}{8} \) is the same as the given slope.

Answer:

\( \boldsymbol{m = -\frac{5}{8}} \) (corresponding to the option \( m = -\frac{5}{8} \))