Understanding Polygons in Desmos

This lesson demonstrates how to use Desmos.com to sketch polygons on a coordinate plane. It covers using the polygon function, entering vertices as ordered pairs, and the importance of their order. The tutorial guides through creating a triangle and a pentagon, adjusting graph settings, and customizing the appearance of points and polygons. It emphasizes the significance of vertex order in polygon construction and provides tips for modifying graph features.

What is the primary function used in Desmos to draw polygons?

• Rectangle

• Line

• Polygon

• Circle

Why does the order of vertices matter when sketching polygons in Desmos?

• It alters the coordinate plane.

• It changes the size of the polygon.

• It determines the shape of the polygon.

• It affects the color of the polygon.

Which symbol is used to enclose a list of ordered pairs in Desmos?

• Curly braces {}

• Parentheses ()

• Angle brackets <>

• Square brackets []

How can you add labels to the points plotted on the coordinate plane in Desmos?

• By selecting the label option

• By changing the color

• By clicking on the point

• By adjusting the window

What is the first step to sketch a polygon in Desmos after entering the ordered pairs?

• Turn off the grid

• Adjust the window

• Enter the polygon function

• Select the color

How can you adjust the view of the coordinate plane in Desmos?

• By changing the color

• By entering new vertices

• By zooming in or out

• By adding more points

What happens if you change the order of vertices when creating a polygon?

• The polygon's shape changes

• The polygon's size increases

• The polygon disappears

• The polygon's color changes

Which feature allows you to change the color of a polygon in Desmos?

• The color circle

• The wrench icon

• The label box

• The grid option

What is the effect of turning off the grid in Desmos?

• It adds more vertices

• It changes the polygon's color

• It hides the coordinate plane

• It enlarges the polygon

How can you ensure the original shape of a polygon is maintained?

• By changing the color

• By turning off the labels

• By keeping the original vertex order

• By adjusting the window