Plot the point on the rectangular coordinate system, and name the quadrant or axis in which the point lies. $( 3.5 , - 3 )$
A) The point lies in quadrant II.
B) The point lies in quadrant III.
C) The point lies in quadrant III.
D) The point lies in quadrant IV.
E) The point lies in quadrant II.

Question

Plot the point on the rectangular coordinate system, and name the quadrant or axis in which the point lies. $( 3.5 , - 3 )$
A) The point lies in quadrant II. 
B) The point lies in quadrant III. 
C) The point lies in quadrant III. 
D) The point lies in quadrant IV. 
E) The point lies in quadrant II.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The point (3.5, -3) has a positive x-coordinate and a negative y-coordinate, so it lies in the fourth quadrant.

Plot the Point on the Rectangular Coordinate System, and Name (3.5,−3)( 3.5 , - 3 )(3.5,−3)

Plot the Point on the Rectangular Coordinate System, and Name $( 3.5 , - 3 )$