How does the slope equal - 1/2 I don't understand please help

Step-by-step explanation:
When finding the slope using a graph, you can find it with a method called rise/run. This essentially means a change of y/a change of x
We find this by plugging in the given y points over the given x points
[tex]\frac{2-0}{-5-(-1)}[/tex]
[tex]\frac{2}{-4} =-1/2[/tex]
Therefore, the slope is -1/2.