Question

plot the point (- 3, - 2) in the rectangular coordinate system. plot (- 3, - 2). this quiz: 10 point(s) possible this question: 1 point(s) possible

Explanation:

Step1: Identify x and y coordinates

The point is \((-3, -2)\), so \(x = -3\) and \(y = -2\).

Step2: Locate x - coordinate

Move 3 units to the left of the origin (since \(x=-3\)) along the x - axis.

Step3: Locate y - coordinate

From the position on the x - axis, move 2 units down (since \(y = - 2\)) along the vertical line (parallel to y - axis) passing through \(x=-3\).

Step4: Mark the point

The intersection of the horizontal line (from \(x=-3\)) and vertical line (from \(y = - 2\)) is the point \((-3,-2)\).

Answer:

To plot \((-3,-2)\):

1. Start at the origin \((0,0)\).
2. Move 3 units left (because \(x=-3\)) along the x - axis.
3. From that position, move 2 units down (because \(y = - 2\)) parallel to the y - axis.
4. Mark the point at this location.