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Distances in the Coordinate Plane
 


Activity Overview

Students will explore distances in the coordinate plane. After finding the coordinates of a segment’s endpoints, students will substitute these values into the distance formula and compare the results to the measured length of the segment. Then students will find the distance between the endpoints using the Pythagorean Theorem.

Before the Activity

Download the attached PDF and look over the information on the first page. Distribute the Student Worksheet and attached calculator files for use during the activity.

During the Activity

Discuss the material from the activity pages with students as needed.

After the Activity

Encourage students to summarize what they have learned from completing the activity.

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Subject Area:
Math : Geometry : Analytic Geometry

Author:
Texas Instruments

Level:
9-12

Activity Time:
40 Minutes

Device:
TI-83 Plus Family, TI-84 Plus Family

Apps:
Cabri™ Jr.

Software:
TI Connect™

Accessories:
TI Connectivity Cable, Unit-to-Unit link cables

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