Question

in what quadrant is the point p(-1, 2) located?

o i

o ii

o iii

o iv

Explanation:

Step1: Recall quadrant rules

In a coordinate - plane, in quadrant I, $x>0,y>0$; in quadrant II, $x < 0,y>0$; in quadrant III, $x<0,y < 0$; in quadrant IV, $x>0,y < 0$.

Step2: Analyze given point

For point $P(-1,2)$, $x=-1<0$ and $y = 2>0$.

Answer:

B. II