Finding the Shortest Distance on the Coordinate Plane using the Pythagorean Theorem

This lesson teaches how to find the length of a line segment on a coordinate plane using the Pythagorean theorem. It reviews the theorem, explains common mistakes, and provides examples of calculating distances between points and the shortest distance between two houses. The lesson concludes with a summary of the key concepts covered.

Explain the steps to calculate the distance between the points A(-5, -6) and B(-2, 4).

What is the shortest distance between the two houses based on the given lengths of the legs of the triangle?