Question

Find the coordinates of the midpoint of the segment whose endpoints are R(9, 3) and S(-1, -9).

Answer 1

Answer:

$(4, -3 )$

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra I

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Algebra I

• Midpoint Formula: $(\frac{x_1+x_2}{2}, \frac{y_1+y_2}{2} )$

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

R (9, 3)

S (-1, -9)

Step 2: Find midpoint

1. Substitute:                    $(\frac{9-1}{2}, \frac{3-9}{2} )$
2. Subtract:                       $(\frac{8}{2}, \frac{-6}{2} )$
3. Divide:                          $(4, -3 )$