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Slope Formula Calculator

Online slope calculator: enter two points and divide rise by run; k=tanα, undefined for a vertical line.

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k=(y₂−y₁)/(x₂−x₁)=tan α
Point 1
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y
Point 2
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y

📖 Tutorial | Slope

1. Definition
The slope is k=(y₂−y₁)/(x₂−x₁)=tanα; undefined when x₁=x₂ (vertical).
2. Formula & Notation
kSlope
3. Properties & Laws
  • Rise over run;
  • k=tanα;
  • Vertical undefined, horizontal 0;
  • Sign gives rise/fall.
4. Steps
  1. Enter two points;
  2. Click "Slope";
  3. Or click "Load Example".
5. Worked Examples
Example: (1,1),(4,7): k=2.
6. Common Pitfalls
Zero denominator undefined;
Match rise and run;
Order-independent.

❓ FAQ | Slope

Slope?
Rise/run.
Angle?
tanα.
Vertical?
Undefined.
Horizontal?
0.
Sign?
Rise/fall.
Example?
2.