Plotting Points on a Coordinate Plane

In this video, Mr. Jay explains how to plot points on a coordinate plane. He begins with a brief review of the x-axis and y-axis, emphasizing their horizontal and vertical orientations, respectively. The video includes six examples, each demonstrating how to plot a specific point by first moving along the x-axis and then the y-axis. Mr. Jay highlights the importance of the order of coordinates and provides tips for remembering the sequence. The video concludes with a summary of the key steps and additional tips for accurate plotting.

What direction does the x-axis run?

• Circular

• Vertically

• Horizontally

• Diagonally

What is the correct order of coordinates in an ordered pair?

• (-x, y)

• (y, -x)

• (x, y)

• (y, x)

What is the origin point on a coordinate plane?

• (0,1)

• (0,0)

• (-1,-1)

• (1,1)

What does the first number in an ordered pair represent?

• The distance from the x-axis

• The x-coordinate

• The distance from the y-axis

• The y-coordinate

How do you plot the point (4,7)?

• Left 4, down 7

• Right 4, down 7

• Left 4, up 7

• Right 4, up 7

Which of the following points is plotted by moving to the right from the origin and then moving upwards?

• (5, -4)

• (-4, 5)

• (4, 5)

• (-5, -4)

What does a negative y-coordinate indicate?

• Move left from the origin

• Move down from the origin

• Move right from the origin

• Move up from the origin

Which coordinate pair represents a point located to the left of the origin and below it?

• (5, -3)

• (-5, 3)

• (3, 5)

• (-3, -5)

How is the point (0,-2) plotted?

• Move 2 units left

• Move 2 units down

• Stay on the origin

• Move 2 units right

Which point is plotted by moving left 8 units and up 10 units from the origin?

• (8, -10)

• (-8, 10)

• (-10, 8)

• (10, -8)