Question

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Find the shortest distance between the points (-5,-3) and (2,-4). Express the answer in simplest
form. *
(1 Point)
Enter your math answer
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Answer 1

Answer: 5√2

Let’s say A(-5,-3) and B(2,-4)
AB= sqr (xB-xA)² + (yb-yA)²
= sqr [2-(-5)]² + [-4-(-3)]²
= sqr 49 + 1
= sqr 50
AB= 5 sqr 2

(sqr=square root)