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The shortest distance of the point (2, 3, 4) from the x-axis is:

Answer: 5.

  • A 5
  • B √29
  • C √13
  • D 2

Correct answer: A. 5

Explanation: Distance from the x-axis = √(3² + 4²) = 5.

zxyOP (x, y, z)

Three mutually perpendicular axes x, y, z meeting at the origin O, with a point P located by its (x, y, z) coordinates.

Concept context

Lines and planes in 3D space, direction cosines, distances, and angles

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