Question

what is the distance between points a and b?
a is at -5, b is at 1.
options: -6 units, -1 units, 5 units, 6 units

Explanation:

Step1: Identify coordinates of A and B

Point A is at -5, Point B is at 1.

Step2: Calculate distance between two points

Distance between two points \( x_1 \) and \( x_2 \) on a number line is \( |x_2 - x_1| \).
So, \( |1 - (-5)| = |1 + 5| = |6| = 6 \).

Answer:

D. 6 units