Question

gently states that the distance between R(-8,-3.5) and S(-8,-12) is |-12| + |-3.5| = 15.5 units. is Bentley correct? explain your answer. if Bentley is not correct, explain how to find the correct distance between the points

Answer 1

No he is not correct.

Explanation:

Both points lie at point -8. Knowing this, we also know that to find the answer we would subtract the two coordinates not add them. We do this because they lie in the same quadrant. Therefore, | 12 | - | - 3.5 | = 8.5 units apart.