Question

question 6 of 10

___ is the horizontal change between two points on a line.

a. height
b. run
c. altitude
d. rise

Explanation:

Define horizontal change on a line

$$ \text{Horizontal Change} = \Delta x = x_2 - x_1 $$

Match with standard slope terminology

$$ \text{Slope} = \frac{\text{Vertical Change}}{\text{Horizontal Change}} = \frac{\text{Rise}}{\text{Run}} $$

Identify the correct term

$$ \text{Horizontal Change} = \text{Run} $$

Answer:

• A. Height
• B. Run (Correct answer)
• C. Altitude
• D. Rise