Question

If point P (x, y) falls in the ${II}^{nd}$ quadrant then what will be the sign of x and y?

• A. (-, +)
• B. (+, +)
• C. (-, -)
• D. (+, -)

Answer 1

The correct option is A (-, +)

In ${II}^{nd}$ quadrant, the abscissa is negative and the ordinate is positive.
$\therefore$ The sign of x and y coordinates will be (-, +).