One computer desk is located at (7, 2) on the map. Another is located at (7, -8). How many feet separate the two computer desks? Explain or show how you got your answer.
Mathematics · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Given the points:
( 7, 2 )
( 7 , -8 )
x1 = 7
x2 = 7
y1 = 2
y2 = -8
Determine the distance of the two computer desks.
Formula for the distance between two points.
d=√(( x2 - x1 )²+( y2 - y1)²)
Solution:
Substitute the given values of x1, x2, y1, and y2 to the formula for the distance of two points.
d=√(( x2 - x1 )²+( y2 - y1)²)
d=√(( 7 - 7 )²+( -8 - 2 )²)
d=√(( 0 )²+( -10 )²)
d=√100
d = 10 feet
Final answer:
The distance between the two computer desks is 10 feet.