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Ordinates
Definition Of Ordinates
Ordinate is the value of the Y-coordinate on a coordinate plane.
Ordinate is the value of the vertical axis on a coordinate plane.
More About Ordinates
The ordered pair of point P is (1, 4). The ordinate of the ordered pair (1, 4) is 4.
The ordinate of the point (2, 5) is 5.
Video Examples: Addition & Subtraction of Ordinates
Solved Example on Ordinates
Ques: Identify the ordinate of the point D.
Choices:
A. 4
B. - 4
C. 3
D. 1
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Step 1: The ordinate is the value of the Y-axis on the coordinate plane.
Step 2: The ordered pair of point D is (4, - 4).
Step 3: So, the ordinate of point D is - 4.