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Anita plots the four points (1, 2), (4, 2), (4, 6) and (1, 6) and joins them in order. She then plots the midpoints of the two horizontal sides and joins them.
What is the length of this joining segment, in units?

Class 8Plotting PointsCoordinate Geometry
  • A3
  • B8
  • C4
  • D5

Step-by-Step Solution

The bottom side runs from (1,2) to (4,2); its midpoint is (2.5, 2). The top side runs from (1,6) to (4,6); its midpoint is (2.5, 6). The segment joining them is vertical with length 6 - 2 = 4 units.
Answer: C) 4

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