Use the distance formula to find the distance between the two points. (-2, 18) and (4, 10)
A) 10
B) 14
C) 100
D) $\sqrt { 14 }$

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The distance between two points $(x_1, y_1)$ and $(x_2, y_2)$ is given by the formula $\sqrt{(x_2 - x_1)^2 + (y_2 - y_1)^2}$. Plugging in the given points (-2, 18) and (4, 10), we get $\sqrt{(4 - (-2))^2 + (10 - 18)^2} = \sqrt{6^2 + (-8)^2} = \sqrt{36 + 64} = \sqrt{100} = 10$.

Use the Distance Formula to Find the Distance Between the Two