Math Problem Statement
Solution
This image provides a solution for finding the coordinates of the centroid of a triangle in 3D space. The vertices of the triangle are given as points , , and .
The centroid of a triangle is the point of intersection of the medians, and it divides each median into two segments in the ratio 2:1.
Steps:
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The centroid (G) is calculated as the average of the coordinates of the three vertices: This formula gives the coordinates of the centroid directly without needing to calculate the midpoint of the median.
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Midpoint of BC (D): The point is the midpoint of , given by: This point lies on the median , which connects vertex to the midpoint of side .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Centroid of a Triangle
3D Coordinate Geometry
Midpoint Formula
Formulas
(x1 + x2 + x3) / 3, (y1 + y2 + y3) / 3, (z1 + z2 + z3) / 3
(x2 + x3) / 2, (y2 + y3) / 2, (z2 + z3) / 2
Theorems
Centroid Theorem
Median Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12