Cartesian Plane

Jargon-Free Definition

A grid used to show points with two numbers.

QCAA/AC9 Definition

A coordinate system formed by a horizontal axis and a vertical axis used to locate points.

Examples of Word Use in School

  • Plot the point on the Cartesian plane.
  • Draw the Draw on the Cartesian plane.
  • Identify the coordinates of the point.

Mathematical Definition

A plane with perpendicular number lines called the -axis and -axis, used to represent ordered pairs .