Find the point which lies on y-axis at a distance of 5 units in the negative direction of y-axis.

(0,5)

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(5,0)

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(0,-5)

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(-5,0)

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Solution

The correct option is C
(0,-5)

Given that the point lies on y-axis, shows that its x-coordinate is zero. The point is at a distance of 5 units in the negative direction of y-axis so its y-coordinate is negative. Hence, the required point is (0,-5).

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