Question

the point r(5, -2) is reflected over the x - axis. what are the coordinates of the resulting point, r?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall reflection rule

When a point $(x,y)$ is reflected over the $x - axis$, the $x$-coordinate remains the same and the $y$-coordinate changes its sign.

Step2: Apply rule to point R

The given point is $R(5,-2)$. For reflection over the $x - axis$, the $x$-coordinate of $R'$ is $x = 5$ and the $y$-coordinate of $R'$ is $y=-(-2)=2$.

Answer:

$(5,2)$