Cartesian Plane & Linear Graphs Diagnostic Test

The x-axis is horizontal while the y-axis is vertical. True or false?

• True

• False

A point on the Cartesian plane has the coordinates (1, 4). The x-coordinate is:

(a)  

A point on the Cartesian plane has the coordinates (3, -6). The y-coordinate is:

(a)  

Which quadrant of the Cartesian plane does the point with the coordinates (-3, 1) lie in?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Write the coordinates of Point A shown on the Cartesian plane.

Use the format (x, y).

(a)  

Write the coordinates of Point E shown on the Cartesian plane.

Use the format (x, y).

(a)  

Which point has the coordinates (0, -2)?

• B

• C

• D

• E

• F

Which point has the coordinates (-3, 3)?

• B

• C

• D

• E

• F

Ben walks from his home to school. On his way home from school, he stops at a shop with friends. This graph represents his journey.

How far does Ben walk from home to school?

(a)  

In which section did Ben walk the fastest?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E