Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The y-coordinate refers to the vertical component or value of a point's position in relation to the xy-plane. It tells us how high or low a point is located vertically.
Related terms
x-coordinate: The horizontal component or value of a point's position in relation to the xy-plane.