Question

Find the distance between (8,4) and (8,8).

Answer 1

From the given points above, the distance between them is 4 units.

Explanation:

In order to find the distance between the two points, we must know the distance formula.

`d=√((x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2)`

Now, we plug in our numbers from the coordinate points that we are given to their respectful places.

`d=√((8-8)^2+(8-4)^2)`

Now, we solve. First, simplify the terms in parentheses. So, subtract 8 from 8 and subtract 4 from 8.

`d=√((0)^2+(4)^2)`

Next, solve for the exponents.

`d=√(0+16)`

Add the numbers in the radical.

`d=√(16)`

Solve the radical.

`d=4`

So, the distance between the two given points is 4 units.