Q. 133
Question
The accepted symbol used to denote the slope of a line is the letter m. Investigate the origin of this symbolism. Begin by consulting a French dictionary and looking up the French word Monter. Write a brief essay on your findings.
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In French the word Monter means to go up.
1Step 1: Given information
We are asked to check the french dictionary to find the meaning of word monter
2Step 2: Describe the meaning of monter and its relation to the word m which is used to represent slope
The word monter represents to rise or to climb we use the first letter m to represent the slope.
3Step 3: Conclusion
As the meaning of monter is to climb we use m to represent the slope.
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