Problem 9

Question

Plot the given point in a rectangular coordinate system. $$(-4,0)$$

Step-by-Step Solution

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Answer
The point (-4, 0) can be plotted on the Cartesian coordinate system by moving 4 units to the left from the origin, along the x-axis without any up or down movement as the y-coordinate is zero.
1Step 1: Understand the given point
Understand the coordinates (-4,0) given. Here, -4 is the x-coordinate and 0 is the y-coordinate.
2Step 2: Draw the coordinate system
Draw a 2-dimensional Cartesian coordinate system comprising two perpendicular lines: a x-axis (horizontal) and y-axis (vertical). The center point where these axes intersect is the origin, denoted by (0,0).
3Step 3: Plot the point
From the origin, move four units to the left along the x-axis as indicated by X=-4. Since Y=0, there is no need to move up or down. Mark the point (-4,0).