MCQ
The distance of the point $(5,-4)$ from $x$-axis is
  • A
    5 units
  • 4 units
  • C
    1 unit
  • D
    9 units

Answer

Correct option: B.
4 units
(b) : Distance of the point $(5,-4)$ from $x$-axis $=\mid y$-coordinate of the point $(5,-4) \mid=4$ units

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