Question

graph the point (1, - 2) on the coordinate plane below.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify x - coordinate

The x - coordinate of the point (1, - 2) is 1. Move 1 unit to the right of the origin along the x - axis.

Step2: Identify y - coordinate

The y - coordinate is - 2. From the position on the x - axis (x = 1), move 2 units down along the y - axis and mark the point.

Answer:

The point (1, - 2) is graphed on the coordinate plane by moving 1 unit right along the x - axis and 2 units down along the y - axis from the origin.