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If the point P(a, 0) lies on the -axis 5 units to the LEFT of the origin, then a equals:

Class 9Points on the AxesCoordinate Geometry
  • A-5
  • B5
  • C0
  • D10

Step-by-Step Solution

Points to the left of the origin on the -axis have negative -coordinates. So .
Answer: A) -5

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