6th Grade · The Number System
Origin
6.NS.C.6c
Definition
The point (0, 0) on the coordinate plane where the x-axis and y-axis intersect.
Examples
- The origin's coordinates are always (0, 0).
- The origin is where the axes cross.
Key rule
Every coordinate plane has exactly one origin, at (0,0).
Memory hook
Where the two axes meet.