Question

Plot the following point on the cartesian plane:

(–3, –4)

Answer 1

Given: Point: (–3, –4)

Step-wise calculation:

1. Abscissa (x) = –3; Ordinate (y) = –4.
2. Start at the origin O = (0, 0).
3. Move 3 units to the left along the x-axis to reach (–3, 0).
4. From (–3, 0) move 4 units down parallel to the y-axis to reach (–3, –4).

The point (–3, –4) is plotted at the location reached above; it lies in Quadrant III both coordinates negative.