Question

The midpoint M and one endpoint of JK are given. Find the coordinates of the other endpoint. J(7,2) and M(1,-2)

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Xj + Xk/2 = Xm

7 + Xk/2 = 1

to get rid of the bracket, multiply all two sides by the denominator.

2(7 + Xk/2) = 1(2)

7 + Xk = 2

Xk = 2 - 7

Xk = -5

Yj + Yk/2 = Ym

2 + Yk/2 = -2

to get rid of the bracket, multiply all two sides by the denominator.

2(2 + Yk/2) = -2(2)

2 + Yk = -4

Yk = -4 - 2

Yk = -6

Therefore the coordinates of point K is (-5,-6)