SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 60

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q60

Find slope of line 7x +  4y = 8

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. −74-{7\over4}.

The equation of the line is: 7x + 4y = 8

Slope-intercept form y = mx + c

So, 4y = -7x + 8

⇒ y=−74x+2y = -\frac{7}{4}x + 2

⇒ m=−74m = -\frac{7}{4}