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The distance between the points (4, 0) and (–4, 0) is ______. - Mathematics

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Question

The distance between the points (4, 0) and (–4, 0) is ______.

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  • 4 units

  • `4sqrt(2)` units

  • 8 units

  • 0

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Solution

The distance between the points (4, 0) and (–4, 0) is 8 units.

Explanation:

Use the distance formula `sqrt((x_2 - x_1)^2 + (y_2 - y_1)^2`.

Applying it to (4, 0) and (–4, 0) gives `sqrt((-4 - 4)^2 + (0 - 0)^2`

= `sqrt((-8)^2`

= 8 units

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Chapter 19: Co-ordinate Geometry: An Introduction - Exercise 19E [Page 405]

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Nootan Mathematics [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 19 Co-ordinate Geometry: An Introduction
Exercise 19E | Q 8. | Page 405
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