Q.

What is the shortest distance between the line given by -2x + 3y + 4 = 0 and the point (5,6)?

A. 4.5 units
B. 5.4 units
C. 4.3 units
D. 3.3 units
Answer» D. 3.3 units
Explanation: the shortest distance between a line and a point is given by the formula (ax1+by1+c)/(√a2+b2). using this formula we get the answer 3.3 units.
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