A student says that the point \(P(0,-6)\) lies on the y-axis. What is the correct evaluation of the statement?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The statement is correct because every point on the y-axis has x-coordinate 0.
Every point on the y-axis has x-coordinate 0. In \(P(0,-6)\), x = 0, so the statement is correct. Points with y = 0 lie on the x-axis. Exam tip: check the x-coordinate first.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
The statement is correct because every point on the y-axis has x-coordinate 0.
Why is this the correct answer?
Every point on the y-axis has x-coordinate 0. In \(P(0,-6)\), x = 0, so the statement is correct. Points with y = 0 lie on the x-axis. Exam tip: check the x-coordinate first.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Common Questions. Topic: General chapter practice.
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