Question

find the distance between the points $(-12.5, -15.7)$ and $(17.5, -15.7)$.
units

Explanation:

Step1: Identify point coordinates

Points: $(x_1,y_1)=(-12.5,-15.7)$, $(x_2,y_2)=(17.5,-15.7)$

Step2: Use horizontal distance formula

Since $y_1=y_2$, distance $=|x_2-x_1|$
Expression: $|17.5 - (-12.5)|$

Step3: Calculate the value

Expression: $|17.5 + 12.5| = |30| = 30$

Answer:

30 units