Why is it important to learn, in algebra, the proper order in which to read algebraic expressions and solve algebraic equations?

It's important because changing the order of operations changes the answer

I’m pretty sure the slope would be 1 since the x and y values increase by 1

Well in order to lose a pound you would have to burn 1,500 calories. the more calories you burn the more weight you lose. in order to lose 2 pounds you would have to run 4 hours and 28 minutes.