If the distance between the points (x, 3) and (-x, 2) is 5. Find x
- 6.0
- 2.5
-
\(\sqrt{6}\)
- \(\sqrt{3}\)
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
d2 = (y - y)2 + (x - x)25 = 4x2 + 1 = 25= 4x2 + 1
= 4x2 = 25 - 1= 24
x2 = \(\frac{24}{4}\)
x = \(\sqrt{6}\)