To understand the difference between graphing the points (5, 0) and (0, 5), we can refer to the coordinate system:
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Graphing (5, 0):
- You move 5 units along the X-axis (horizontal)
- You do not move at all along the Y-axis (vertical), as the Y-coordinate is 0.
- Therefore, the point (5, 0) is located on the X-axis at 5.
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Graphing (0, 5):
- You do not move at all along the X-axis, as the X-coordinate is 0.
- You move 5 units along the Y-axis (vertical).
- So, the point (0, 5) is located on the Y-axis at 5.
In summary:
- For (5, 0), you move 5 units along the X-axis.
- For (0, 5), you move 5 units along the Y-axis.