Math Problem Statement

The sides of the square below are 8 units long. Each side of the square is parallel to an axis. What are the coordinates of point G on the square?

Solution

From the image provided, we see that a square is drawn on the coordinate plane, with side lengths of 8 units. The coordinates of point EE are given as (1,5)(1, 5), and the square's sides are parallel to the axes.

We are tasked with finding the coordinates of point GG, which lies diagonally opposite to point EE.

Step-by-step reasoning:

  • Since the square's sides are parallel to the axes, we can infer that the change in the x and y coordinates between diagonally opposite vertices must both be 8 units.
  • E(1,5)E(1, 5) is one corner of the square. To find the coordinates of the diagonally opposite point GG, we add 8 to the x-coordinate and subtract 8 from the y-coordinate of EE:
    • The x-coordinate of GG: 1+8=91 + 8 = 9
    • The y-coordinate of GG: 58=35 - 8 = -3

Thus, the coordinates of point GG are (9,3)(9, -3).

Would you like further clarification on any part of this solution?


Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What are the coordinates of point HH, which is next to GG on the x-axis?
  2. Can you find the coordinates of point FF, opposite to HH?
  3. How would the solution change if the square's side length were different?
  4. How can you determine the center of the square using the coordinates of EE and GG?
  5. What would the coordinates be if the square were rotated 45 degrees about its center?

Tip: For shapes on coordinate planes, using symmetry and the relationship between vertices can simplify finding coordinates of other points.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Properties of Squares

Formulas

Distance Formula
Coordinate Shift in Squares

Theorems

Properties of Squares
Symmetry in Geometry

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8