Finding the distance between two points

Finding the distance between two points

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to find the distance between two points on a Cartesian coordinate plane. It introduces both graphical and algebraic methods. The graphical method involves creating a right triangle and using the Pythagorean theorem, while the algebraic method uses the distance formula. The tutorial also covers the importance of understanding X and Y coordinates and their subscripts.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how to label the coordinates of two points on a Cartesian plane.

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Describe the process of using the Pythagorean theorem to find the distance between two points.

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What is the formula used to find the distance between two points in a Cartesian coordinate plane?

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In the context of the distance formula, explain the meaning of the variables used.

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How do you calculate the square root in the distance formula?

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What is the significance of creating a right triangle when finding the distance between two points?

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What are the steps to determine the values of X1, X2, Y1, and Y2 before applying the distance formula?

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