Question

The length of the perpendicular from the point \( (13, 19) \) to the \(x\)-axis is:

• A. \(13\)
• B. \(19\)
• C. \(32\)
• D. \(6\)

Hint:

Distance from the \(x\)-axis depends only on the \(y\)-coordinate: \(d=|y|\). From the \(y\)-axis, use \(d=|x|\).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Recall the rule.
The perpendicular distance of a point \( (x, y) \) from the \(x\)-axis is \( |y| \).
Step 2: Substitute the coordinates.
For \( (13, 19) \), the distance from the \(x\)-axis is \( |19| = 19 \).
Step 3: Conclude.
Hence, the required length of the perpendicular is \( 19 \).