Question

The distance of the point \( (13, 15) \) from the \(y\)-axis is:

• A. \(13\)
• B. \(15\)
• C. \(2\)
• D. \(28\)

Hint:

From the \(y\)-axis, use the absolute value of the \(x\)-coordinate; from the \(x\)-axis, use the absolute value of the \(y\)-coordinate.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Recall the rule.
The perpendicular distance of a point \( (x, y) \) from the \(y\)-axis is \( |x| \).
Step 2: Substitute the coordinates.
For \( (13, 15) \), distance from the \(y\)-axis \(= |13| = 13 \).
Step 3: Conclude.
Hence, the required distance is \( 13 \).