Parallel Lines and Slope: Quick Investigation
DIRECTIONS:
In the applet below, please do the following:
1) Use the PARALLEL LINE tool to construct a line through C parallel to line f.
2) Use the SLOPE tool to measure and display the slopes of both lines.
Please answer the question that appears below the applet.
QUESTION
Move points A, B, and C around. What do you notice about the slopes of these parallel lines? Describe.