Math Problem Statement

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Find the length of the interval AB.

Solution

To find the length of the interval ABAB, we can use the distance formula between two points. The distance formula is:

AB=(x2x1)2+(y2y1)2AB = \sqrt{(x_2 - x_1)^2 + (y_2 - y_1)^2}

From the graph:

  • Point AA is located at (3,5)(-3, 5).
  • Point BB is located at (6,3)(6, -3).

Substitute these coordinates into the formula:

AB=(6(3))2+(35)2AB = \sqrt{(6 - (-3))^2 + (-3 - 5)^2}

Simplify each part of the equation:

  1. x2x1=6(3)=6+3=9x_2 - x_1 = 6 - (-3) = 6 + 3 = 9
  2. y2y1=35=8y_2 - y_1 = -3 - 5 = -8

Now square these results:

AB=(9)2+(8)2=81+64=145AB = \sqrt{(9)^2 + (-8)^2} = \sqrt{81 + 64} = \sqrt{145}

So, the length of ABAB is:

AB=14512.04AB = \sqrt{145} \approx 12.04

Therefore, AB12.04AB \approx 12.04 units.

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are some related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How would you calculate the midpoint of the interval ABAB?
  2. What would change in the calculation if point BB were at (6,3)(6, 3)?
  3. How do you interpret the distance formula geometrically?
  4. Can the distance formula be applied in three-dimensional space, and if so, how?
  5. What is the significance of the sign of coordinates in distance calculations?

Tip: Remember, when using the distance formula, always square the differences in coordinates to avoid any negative impact on the calculation, as distance is always non-negative.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Distance between two points
Coordinate geometry

Formulas

Distance formula: AB = sqrt((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2)

Theorems

Distance formula theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10