6th Grade · The Number System
Y-coordinate
6.NS.C.6c
Definition
The second number in an ordered pair, showing vertical distance from the origin.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- In (3, 2), the y-coordinate is 2 — move up 2.
- The y-coordinate tells how far to move up or down.
Key rule
The y-coordinate is always listed second in an ordered pair.
Memory hook
Second number, up-down movement.