Question

Graph a right triangle with the two points forming the hypotenuse. Using the sides, find the distance between the two points, to the nearest tenth (if necessary).
left parenthesis, minus, 5, comma, 8, right parenthesis, and , left parenthesis, minus, 8, comma, 4, right parenthesis
(−5,8) and (−8,4)
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Answer
Attempt 1 out of 2

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Answer 1

Compute the horizontal and vertical differences:
- Δx = -8 − (−5) = -3 (distance 3)
- Δy = 4 − 8 = -4 (distance 4)

These form a 3-4-5 right triangle, so the distance (hypotenuse) = 5.

Answer: 5