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1. r is always positive, because of square root 2. Let's consider quadrants and sign of (x,y) coordinates $quadrant (x,y):$ $Quad I $ $(+,+)$ $Quad II $ $(-,+)$ $Quad III$ $(-,-)$ $Quad IV$ $ (+,-)$ 3.In Q1 y is positive , so $\frac{r}{y}$ is positive