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How do I do this? Find the distance between the points given. Simplify all irrational answers.

(0, 6) and (5, 12)

The distance between the points = sqrt ?

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Answer:

Sqrt(61)

Explanation:

User Matt Tardiff
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The formula for finding the distance between points is √(x-x₁)²+(y-y₁)²
x=0, y=6, x₁=5, y₁=12
√(0-5)²+(6-12)²
√(-5)²+(-6)²
√25+36
√61 is irrational
7.81 points(rounded to nearest hundredth) is the distance between those two points.
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