Graphing Points: Key Concepts and Techniques

What is the name of the point where the x-axis and y-axis intersect?

• Crosspoint

• Origin

• Center

• Intersection

Which axis runs horizontally on the coordinate plane?

• y-axis

• z-axis

• x-axis

• w-axis

If a point has coordinates (3, 1), how do you plot it on the coordinate plane?

• Move 1 unit right and 3 units up

• Move 3 units right and 1 unit up

• Move 1 unit up and 3 units right

• Move 3 units up and 1 unit right

What is the correct label for the point with coordinates (1, 3)?

• Point C

• Point B

• Point A

• Point D

Which quadrant is located in the top-right section of the coordinate plane?

• Quadrant IV

• Quadrant I

• Quadrant II

• Quadrant III

In which quadrant would you find a point with coordinates (-2, -1)?

• Quadrant I

• Quadrant II

• Quadrant III

• Quadrant IV

How do you determine the x-coordinate of a point?

• By counting units diagonally

• By counting units up or down

• By counting units left or right

• By counting units in any direction

What are the coordinates of point W if it is located at (-1, 5)?

• (-5, 1)

• (5, -1)

• (1, -5)

• (-1, 5)

If a point is located at (2, 3), what are its coordinates?

• (-2, -3)

• (2, 3)

• (3, 2)

• (-3, -2)

What are the coordinates of point Z if it is located at (5, -1)?

• (5, 1)

• (-5, -1)

• (1, 5)

• (5, -1)