Question

The cartesian coordinates of a point in the xy plane are x = −6.46 m, y = −3.78 m. Find the distance r from the point to the origin. Answer in units of m.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Use Pythagorean theorem:

r² = x² + y²

r² = (-6.46 m)² + (-3.78 m)²

r = 7.48 m