Exploring the Coordinate Plane and Plotting Points

This video tutorial explains how to graph on the coordinate plane. It introduces the concept of axes, the origin, and how to use a grid to describe the precise location of points. The tutorial covers how to write ordered pairs, emphasizing the importance of the x-coordinate being first. It also demonstrates plotting points on the grid and provides examples to reinforce understanding.

Why is it important to be precise when describing the location of a point on the coordinate plane?

• To avoid confusion with other points

• To make the graph look neat

• To use fewer words

• To make it easier to draw

What is the name of the point where the two axes cross?

• Crosspoint

• Intersection

• Center

• Origin

What do the arrows at the ends of the axes indicate?

• The grid can extend infinitely

• The end of the graph

• The axes are line segments

• The direction of the axes

Which axis is horizontal on the coordinate plane?

• X-axis

• Z-axis

• Y-axis

• W-axis

When describing a point's location, which coordinate is mentioned first?

• W-coordinate

• X-coordinate

• Z-coordinate

• Y-coordinate

What is the ordered pair for a point that is 4 units to the right of the origin and 1 unit above it?

• (1, 4)

• (4, 1)

• (4, 0)

• (0, 4)

What are the coordinates of point A if it is 1 space to the right of the origin and 9 spaces up?

• (9, 0)

• (0, 9)

• (1, 9)

• (9, 1)

Why is it important to always write the x-coordinate first?

• To make the graph look neat

• To make it easier to draw

• To use fewer words

• To avoid confusion with other points

What is the ordered pair for point D if it is 2 spaces to the right of the origin and on the axis?

• (2, 2)

• (0, 0)

• (0, 2)

• (2, 0)

If you need to plot point T at (4, 3), how many units do you move along the x-axis?

• 3 units

• 4 units

• 5 units

• 2 units