The distance between the points $P\left(\dfrac{11}{3}, 5\right)$ and $Q\left(\dfrac{2}{3}, 5\right)$ is :

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## Model Answer **(d) 3 units** Since the y-coordinates are equal, $PQ = \left|\dfrac{11}{3} - \dfrac{2}{3}\right| = \dfrac{9}{3} = 3$ units. Source: Chapter 7, Section 7.2 (Distance Formula) ## Explanation When two points have the same y-coordinate, the distance is simply the absolute difference of the x-coordinates. No need for the full distance formula. Watch for fractions — subtract carefully: $\frac{11}{3} - \frac{2}{3} = \frac{9}{3} = 3$.

Mathematics — Standard (041) — CBSE Class 10 board question