Math Problem Statement

Write the distance formula between points (x₁, y₁) and (x₂, y₂).

Solution

The image asks for the distance formula between two points (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2).

The distance formula between these two points in a 2D plane is derived from the Pythagorean theorem and is given by:

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

Where:

  • dd is the distance between the two points,
  • (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) are the coordinates of the two points.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How would you apply the distance formula in three-dimensional space?
  2. Can you explain how the distance formula relates to the Pythagorean theorem?
  3. What is the midpoint formula between two points (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2)?
  4. How can the distance formula be used to find if three points are collinear?
  5. What happens to the distance formula if both points are the same?

Tip: Always square the differences between coordinates before summing them when using the distance formula to avoid errors with negative values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Distance formula: d = √((x₂ - x₁)² + (y₂ - y₁)²)

Theorems

Pythagorean theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12