Question

what is the vertical distance b?
points: (8, -6) (-5, 3)
a = δx =13
b = ?
pythagorean formula c² = a² + b²

Explanation:

Step1: Recall vertical distance formula

Vertical distance between two points \((x_1,y_1)\) and \((x_2,y_2)\) is \(|y_2 - y_1|\).

Step2: Identify y - coordinates

For points \((8, - 6)\) and \((-5,3)\), \(y_1=-6\), \(y_2 = 3\).

Step3: Calculate vertical distance

\(b=|3-(-6)|=|3 + 6|=9\).

Answer:

9