Distance Detective

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to help students practice calculating the distance between pairs of points on a coordinate plane. Each problem presents two sets of coordinates, many of which involve radicals, and students must find the distance between these points, rounding their answers to the nearest hundredth. This task offers a practical application of coordinate geometry concepts in an engaging way. It encourages students to use mathematical principles to solve real-world distance problems creatively.

By working through this worksheet, students will enhance their skills in finding distances between points on a coordinate plane, even when dealing with complex numbers involving radicals. They will improve their ability to read and accurately interpret coordinate pairs. This activity also reinforces their arithmetic abilities, particularly in performing precise calculations and rounding decimal numbers correctly. Overall, the worksheet aims to build students’ confidence and proficiency in solving geometric distance problems effectively.