Find the fourth vertex R of this polygon OPQR given that it should be a square.
Options
A
(4, -8)
B
(4, -9)
C
(-9, 4)
D
(-9, 3)
Answer & Analysis
Answer
B
Analysis
Question Analysis
The key is to use the properties of a square (perpendicular sides and equal side - lengths) in the coordinate plane to find the fourth vertex.
Key Concept Explanation
In a square, adjacent sides are perpendicular. Horizontal lines have the property that for any two points and on them, . Vertical lines have . The side - lengths of a square are equal.
Step - by - Step Solution
1. Identify the coordinates of the given points: , , .
2. Analyze the side :
is a horizontal line since the - coordinates of and are the same (). The length of is .
3. Analyze the side :
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