Question

point a is located at (-9, -8).
complete the statement.
point a has an x-coordinate that is positive/negative/zero and a y-coordinate that is positive/negative/zero, so the point is located in quadrant/on axis.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify x-coordinate sign

The x-coordinate of Point A is $-9$, which is negative.

Step2: Identify y-coordinate sign

The y-coordinate of Point A is $-8$, which is negative.

Step3: Match to quadrant

Quadrant III contains points where both $x$ and $y$ coordinates are negative.

Answer:

Point A has an x-coordinate that is negative and a y-coordinate that is negative, so the point is located in quadrant III