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Algebra practice question

In the xy-plane, in which quadrant does the point (−3, 4) lie?

  1. A. Quadrant IICorrect
  2. B. Quadrant I
  3. C. Quadrant III
  4. D. Quadrant IV

Answer: A. Quadrant II

A negative x and a positive y put the point in the upper left, quadrant II.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Quadrant I
Quadrant I has both coordinates positive.
C. Quadrant III
Quadrant III has both negative.
D. Quadrant IV
Quadrant IV has positive x and negative y.

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