Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

There are two points A and B on a x-y axis with co-ordinates (-1,3) and (2,7). What is the minimum distance between the two points?

  1. 6 units

  2. 5 units

  3. 4.5 units

  4. 4.13 units
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Using the distance formula d = sqrt((2-(-1))^2 + (7-3)^2) = sqrt(3^2 + 4^2) = sqrt(9+16) = sqrt(25) = 5. This forms a 3-4-5 right triangle.

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