Question

(3, 5) is an example of a(n) ___. Three is the horizontal value and five is the vertical value.

Answer 1

A point. (3,5) represents a point that is 3 units to the right of the Y-axis (x = 3) and 5 units above the X-axis (y = 5).

Explanation:

To plot a point, you start at origin and move however many units are specified. To do this, you can either;

A.) Start at origin. Move along the X-axis to 3, and then go straight up five units on the Y-axis. This will plot the point.

B.) You can also do this with your other value. Starting at origin, move along the Y-axis to 5. Go right on the X-axis three units, and you will be at the same point.