1. The problem asks whether to "rise" or "run" first when graphing a line using slope. 2. The slope of a line is defined as $\text{slope} = \frac{\text{rise}}{\text{run}}$ where "rise" is the vertical change and "run" is the horizontal change. 3. When graphing from a point, you first move horizontally (run) and then vertically (rise) according to the slope. 4. This means you go "run" first (left or right), then "rise" (up or down). 5. For example, if the slope is $\frac{3}{2}$, you move 2 units horizontally (run) and then 3 units vertically (rise). 6. This order helps you plot points accurately on the coordinate plane. 7. So, always go run first, then rise when graphing using slope.