Math Problem Statement

The coordinates of the vertices of triangle GHI are G(0,3) , H(-8,7), and I(-5,9) what is the lenght of GH

Solution

To find the length of line segment GHGH between the points G(0,3)G(0, 3) and H(8,7)H(-8, 7), we can use the distance formula, which is given by:

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

For the points G(0,3)G(0, 3) and H(8,7)H(-8, 7), substitute x1=0x_1 = 0, y1=3y_1 = 3, x2=8x_2 = -8, and y2=7y_2 = 7 into the formula:

d=(80)2+(73)2d = \sqrt{(-8 - 0)^2 + (7 - 3)^2}

d=(8)2+(4)2d = \sqrt{(-8)^2 + (4)^2}

d=64+16d = \sqrt{64 + 16}

d=80d = \sqrt{80}

d=45d = 4\sqrt{5}

The length of GHGH is 454\sqrt{5}, or approximately 8.94 units.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How would you find the length of the other sides, HIHI and GIGI?
  2. What is the perimeter of triangle GHIGHI?
  3. How can you use these coordinates to find the area of triangle GHIGHI?
  4. What type of triangle is GHIGHI, based on its side lengths?
  5. How do the slopes of the sides relate to the angles in triangle GHIGHI?

Tip: Always double-check your arithmetic when using the distance formula!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Distance Formula
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

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

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10