Maths Dictionary · JSS 2
Origin
Simple meaning
The point (0, 0) where the x-axis and y-axis cross.
Example
Every coordinate is measured from the origin.
See it
From the The Cartesian Plane lesson. Try moving things around.
Gradient
1
rise ÷ run = -5 ÷ -5
Distance AB
5√2
≈ 7.07
Midpoint M
(-1/2, 1/2)
average of A and B
Drag A and B (or focus one and use the arrow keys).