Distance and Absolute Value Concepts

This lesson introduces the coordinate plane and absolute value concepts for fifth and sixth graders. It covers the structure of the coordinate plane, including the x-axis, y-axis, and quadrants. Students learn how to plot points using ordered pairs and understand the significance of positive and negative values. The lesson also explains absolute value as the distance from zero and demonstrates how to calculate the distance between points on the coordinate plane. The session concludes with a recap of the key concepts and learning objectives.

What is the main objective of this lesson?

• To understand the coordinate plane and absolute value

• To learn about fractions

• To study geometry

• To explore algebraic expressions

What is the point called where the horizontal and vertical number lines intersect?

• Crossing

• Center

• Intersection

• Origin

Which axis is horizontal on the coordinate plane?

• W-axis

• Y-axis

• Z-axis

• X-axis

In which quadrant would the ordered pair (-3, 4) be located?

• First Quadrant

• Second Quadrant

• Third Quadrant

• Fourth Quadrant

What are the signs of the coordinates in the third quadrant?

• Positive X, Negative Y

• Negative X, Negative Y

• Positive X, Positive Y

• Negative X, Positive Y

Where would the ordered pair (0, 5) be located?

• On the X-axis

• On the Y-axis

• In the Fourth Quadrant

• In the First Quadrant

What does absolute value represent?

• The difference between two numbers

• The distance from zero

• The product of two numbers

• The sum of two numbers

How is absolute value denoted?

• Using parentheses

• Using brackets

• Using vertical bars

• Using curly braces

What is the absolute value of -7?

• 7

• -7

• 0

• 14

If two points have the same y-value, how do you find the distance between them?

• Multiply their x-values

• Add their x-values

• Subtract their x-values

• Divide their x-values