Find the perimeter of the polygon with the vertices X(−1, 3), Y(3, 0), and Z(−1,−2) . Round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

Question

What is the perimeter and how do I find it

Answer 1

The polygon has 3 vertices, so you will have a triangle.  You need to find the lengths of each side formed by connecting the 3 points.  You can find the lengths using the distance formula.  Then add up the sides.

 

I recommend you plot these points on a coordinate grid for visualization.