How To Calculate Distance?

Use the distance formula: (d=sqrt{(x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2})

For 3D coordinates, use: (d=sqrt{(x_2-x_1)^2+(y_2-y_1)^2+(z_2-z_1)^2})

For speed and time, use: (text{distance}=text{speed}timestext{time})

For a straight line on a map or graph, measure the horizontal and vertical changes first

Subtract the coordinates of the two points

Square each difference

Add the squared values

Take the square root of the sum

Keep units consistent before calculating

Express the final answer in the correct unit, such as meters, kilometers, or miles

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