Math Problem Statement

Graph the points (-1, 2) and (-3.5, 3) on the coordinate plane.

Solution

The task is to graph the points (1,2)(-1, 2) and (3.5,3)(-3.5, 3) on the coordinate plane. Here's how you can plot these points:

  1. Point (1,2)(-1, 2):

    • Start at the origin (0,0)(0, 0).
    • Move 1 unit to the left (since the x-coordinate is 1-1).
    • Move 2 units up (since the y-coordinate is 22).
    • Place the point at (1,2)(-1, 2).
  2. Point (3.5,3)(-3.5, 3):

    • Start at the origin (0,0)(0, 0).
    • Move 3.5 units to the left (since the x-coordinate is 3.5-3.5).
    • Move 3 units up (since the y-coordinate is 33).
    • Place the point at (3.5,3)(-3.5, 3).

These steps should help you correctly plot the points on the graph. If you were doing this on the coordinate plane provided, you would click at the locations corresponding to these coordinates.

Would you like more details or have any questions?


Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you determine which direction to move when plotting a point with negative coordinates?
  2. What is the significance of the origin (0,0)(0, 0) in the coordinate plane?
  3. How would the points change if their y-coordinates were negative instead?
  4. What does the distance between two points on the coordinate plane represent?
  5. How would you plot points if given fractional coordinates (e.g., (2.5,4)(-2.5, 4))?

Tip: When plotting points, always move horizontally (left or right) first according to the x-coordinate, then vertically (up or down) according to the y-coordinate.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Graphing Points
Cartesian Plane

Formulas

No specific formulas are needed for plotting points.

Theorems

None required for basic plotting of points.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8