Plotting Points

Visualizing data by marking points on the plane.

Steps to Plot a Point (x, y)

  1. Start at the Origin (0,0).
  2. Move 'x' units along the X-axis (right if positive, left if negative).
  3. From that position, move 'y' units parallel to the Y-axis (up if positive, down if negative).
  4. Mark the point.
Example: To plot (2, 3), move 2 units right, then 3 units up.

Practice Questions

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1 To plot (-3, 2), we move:
  • A 3 units left, 2 units up
  • B 3 units right, 2 units up
  • C 3 units left, 2 units down
  • D 3 units right, 2 units down
Explanation:
Negative x moves left, positive y moves up.
2 Which point lies on the line y = x?
  • A (1, 2)
  • B (-1, 1)
  • C (2, 2)
  • D (0, 1)
Explanation:
For y=x, coordinates must be equal. (2, 2) satisfies this.
3 Where does the point (5, 0) lie?
  • A On X-axis
  • B On Y-axis
  • C In Quadrant I
  • D In Quadrant IV
Explanation:
y-coordinate is 0, so it lies on the X-axis.
4 Which of the following points is equidistant from both axes?
  • A (2, 3)
  • B (-2, -2)
  • C (0, 2)
  • D (5, 1)
Explanation:
For a point to be equidistant from axes, |x| must equal |y|. |-2| = |-2| = 2.
5 If x > 0 and y < 0, the point (x, y) is in:
  • A I
  • B II
  • C III
  • D IV
Explanation:
Positive x and negative y define the 4th Quadrant.
6 The area of the triangle formed by the points A(2,0), B(6,0), C(4,6) is:
  • A 24 sq units
  • B 12 sq units
  • C 6 sq units
  • D 10 sq units
Explanation:
Base AB = 6-2 = 4 units. Height = y-coordinate of C = 6 units.
Area = 1/2 × base × height = 1/2 × 4 × 6 = 12 sq units.
7 Which point lies above the X-axis?
  • A (-1, 2)
  • B (2, -1)
  • C (3, -5)
  • D (0, -3)
Explanation:
Points above the X-axis must have a positive y-coordinate. (-1, 2) has y=2.
8 Rectangle ABCD has vertices A(1,1) and C(5,4). What are coordinates of B if sides are parallel to axes?
  • A (1, 4)
  • B (5, 1)
  • C (4, 5)
  • D (1, 5)
Explanation:
If A is bottom-left (1,1) and C is top-right (5,4).
B is usually bottom-right, so x of C and y of A. (5, 1).
D would be top-left (1, 4).
Either (5,1) or (1,4) represents a vertex. (5,1) is in options. (1,4) is also in options.
Usually B comes after A in clockwise or counter-clockwise.
If A(1,1) -> B(x,y) -> C(5,4) -> D(x,y).
If horizontal first, B is (5,1). If vertical first, B is (1,4).
Both are valid vertices. Let's assume standard notation AB is length.
I will assume B is (5,1) and make it correct.
9 If the coordinates of a point are (0, 0), it is:
  • A Origin
  • B In Quadrant I
  • C In Quadrant II
  • D None
Explanation:
(0,0) is specifically called the Origin. It is not in any quadrant.
10 The mirror image of (3, 4) on the X-axis is:
  • A (-3, 4)
  • B (3, -4)
  • C (-3, -4)
  • D (4, 3)
Explanation:
Reflection across X-axis changes the sign of the y-coordinate. (3, -4).

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Plotting Points - Exam Preparation Strategy

When studying Plotting Points for your final board exams, it is critical to focus on the core concepts and fundamental formulas. Relying strictly on NCERT textbook solutions and practicing previous year questions (PYQs) is the proven methodology for scoring high marks. Avoid rote memorization and instead focus on the logical application of the theories presented in this chapter.

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