Question

The coordinates of two points are P(4, 5) and Q(–1, 6). Find the difference between their abscissas.

Answer 1

The given coordinates are P(4, 5) and Q(–1, 6).

Difference between abscissas = x₂ – x₁

= 4 – (– 1)

= 5

As a result, the difference in their abscissas is 5.