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Prove slope theorems

Problem

Line CD is the image of AB after the translation (x,y)(x+h,y+k).
Complete the proof that the slope of CD equals the slope of AB.
StatementReason
1The slope of AB is ngmf.Definition of slope
2C=(f+h,g+k)Point C is the image of A after the translation (x,y)(x+h,y+k).
3D=(m+h,n+k)Point D is the image of B after the translation (x,y)(x+h,y+k).
4The slope of CB is (n+k)(g+k)(m+h)(f+h).Definition of slope (2, 3)
5The slope of CB is ngmf.Distribute and collect like terms (4).
6The slope of CB equals the slope of AB.Substitution (1, 5)