A Quiz On Coordinate Plane

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team

The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Gregorynaomi

Gregorynaomi

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 1462 | Total Attempts: 827,856

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 421 | Updated: Mar 21, 2023

Questions

Settings

Feedback

During the Quiz End of Quiz

Difficulty

Sequential Easy First Hard First

Play as

Quiz Flashcard

Create your own Quiz

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

In coordinate geometry, planes that can be folded into different directions equally. This property is because of the presence of ordered pairs in coordinate planes. Operations in the geometry of different shapes involve finding the difference between points, gradients, and segments, etc. Do you know the Cartesian plane? Do you know perpendicular and parallel lines? Get tested now!

Questions and Answers

1.

Which of these does not require the application of the principles of coordinate planes?
- A.
  
  Differential geometry
- B.
  
  Linear algebra
- C.
  
  Multivariate calculus
- D.
  
  Probability theory
Correct Answer
D. Probability theory

Explanation
Probability theory does not require the application of the principles of coordinate planes. Probability theory deals with the study of random events and their likelihood, and does not involve the use of coordinate planes or geometric concepts. Instead, it focuses on concepts such as sample spaces, events, and probability distributions. Linear algebra, multivariate calculus, and differential geometry, on the other hand, all rely on the principles of coordinate planes to analyze and solve problems related to vectors, functions, curves, and surfaces in multiple dimensions.

Rate this question:
2.

When was the idea of the first coordinate plane first published?
- A.
  
  1637
- B.
  
  1788
- C.
  
  1677
- D.
  
  1691
Correct Answer
A. 1637

Explanation
The idea of the first coordinate plane was first published in 1637.

Rate this question:
3.

Who independently discovered the concept of coordinate plane?
- A.
  
  John Euler
- B.
  
  Pythagoras
- C.
  
  Erasthosnes
- D.
  
  Pierre de Femat
Correct Answer
D. Pierre de Femat
4.

Who developed the adaptation of calculus in coordinate geometry?
- A.
  
  Fred Holfman
- B.
  
  Greg Fredrick
- C.
  
  Albert Einstein
- D.
  
  Isaac Newton
Correct Answer
D. Isaac Newton

Explanation
Isaac Newton developed the adaptation of calculus in coordinate geometry. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, including the development of calculus, which revolutionized the study of mathematics and physics. Newton's work in calculus laid the foundation for coordinate geometry, which combines algebra and geometry to analyze geometric shapes using algebraic equations. His contributions to calculus and coordinate geometry have had a profound impact on the field of mathematics and continue to be studied and applied today.

Rate this question:
5.

What symbol is usually used to denote the vertical axis?
- A.
  
  T
- B.
  
  X
- C.
  
  Y
- D.
  
  U
Correct Answer
C. Y

Explanation
The symbol "y" is usually used to denote the vertical axis. In mathematics and graphs, the vertical axis represents the dependent variable or the variable that is being measured or observed. The "y" axis is typically perpendicular to the horizontal axis (denoted by "x") and helps to plot and interpret data in a two-dimensional coordinate system.

Rate this question:
6.

What symbol is usually used to denote the horizontal axis?
- A.
  
  Y
- B.
  
  X
- C.
  
  T
- D.
  
  U
Correct Answer
B. X

Explanation
The symbol "x" is usually used to denote the horizontal axis. This is a commonly accepted convention in mathematics and graphing. The horizontal axis represents the independent variable or the variable being measured or manipulated. Therefore, "x" is the appropriate symbol to represent it.

Rate this question:
7.

Which of these refers to the point at which a coordinate graph crosses the x or y axis?
- A.
  
  Slope
- B.
  
  Intercept
- C.
  
  Gradient
- D.
  
  Point of intersection
Correct Answer
B. Intercept

Explanation
The intercept refers to the point at which a coordinate graph crosses the x or y axis. It represents the value of either the x or y coordinate when the other coordinate is zero. In other words, it is the point where the graph intersects the axis. The intercept is often used to determine the equation of a line or the behavior of a function.

Rate this question:
8.

Which of these refers to the slope of coordinate graphs?
- A.
  
  Intercept
- B.
  
  Gradient
- C.
  
  Shape
- D.
  
  Vector
Correct Answer
B. Gradient

Explanation
The slope of a coordinate graph is referred to as the gradient. The gradient represents the rate of change between two points on the graph. It indicates the steepness or incline of the line connecting the points. The gradient is calculated by dividing the change in the y-coordinate by the change in the x-coordinate. It is an essential concept in calculus and is used to determine the derivative of a function.

Rate this question:
9.

What application of coordinate planes involves spatial data?
- A.
  
  Engineering
- B.
  
  Geostatistics
- C.
  
  Robotics
- D.
  
  Optics
Correct Answer
B. Geostatistics

Explanation
Geostatistics is the application of statistical methods to analyze and interpret spatial data. It involves studying the patterns and relationships of data points in geographic space, such as the distribution of minerals in a mining site or the spread of a disease in a population. By using coordinate planes, geostatisticians can map and visualize the data, identify trends, and make predictions about the behavior of the phenomena being studied. This makes geostatistics a key tool in fields such as geology, environmental science, and urban planning.

Rate this question:
10.

What symbol is often used to denote intercept on coordinate planes?
- A.
  
  C
- B.
  
  T
- C.
  
  X
- D.
  
  Y
Correct Answer
A. C

Explanation
The symbol "c" is often used to denote the intercept on coordinate planes. This is commonly used in equations to represent the y-intercept, which is the point where a line or curve intersects the y-axis. It is denoted as (0, c), where c represents the value of the y-coordinate at the intercept point.

Rate this question: