Math Problem Statement

Plot the ordered pair (-5, 9) on the rectangular coordinate plane.

Solution

In the image you provided, the problem asks to plot the ordered pair (-5, 9) on the rectangular coordinate plane.

The ordered pair (-5, 9) represents a point where:

  • The x-coordinate is -5 (indicating 5 units to the left of the origin along the x-axis).
  • The y-coordinate is 9 (indicating 9 units up from the origin along the y-axis).

To correctly plot this point, you should move:

  • 5 units to the left on the x-axis.
  • Then 9 units up along the y-axis.

The point you are currently showing (highlighted in orange on the graph) is located at (-2, 1), which is incorrect. The correct point for (-5, 9) should be plotted further left and higher up on the graph.

Would you like to try plotting it again or need further clarification on how to approach it?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the significance of the x- and y-coordinates in an ordered pair?
  2. How do you interpret positive and negative values on the coordinate plane?
  3. What is the distance from the origin to the point (-5, 9) on the plane?
  4. How do you determine which quadrant a point lies in based on its coordinates?
  5. How would you plot a point like (5, -9) compared to (-5, 9)?

Tip: When plotting points, always move along the x-axis first, then along the y-axis.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Ordered Pairs

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8