Math Problem Statement

midpoint of start overline, AB, end overline AB is M, left parenthesis, minus, 1, comma, 2, right parenthesis M(−1,2). If the coordinates of AA are left parenthesis, 4, comma, 5, right parenthesis(4,5), what are the coordinates of BB?

Solution

To find the coordinates of point BB, we can use the midpoint formula. The midpoint MM of a line segment ABAB is given by:

M=(xA+xB2,yA+yB2)M = \left( \frac{x_A + x_B}{2}, \frac{y_A + y_B}{2} \right)

In this case, the midpoint MM is (1,2)(-1, 2), and the coordinates of point AA are (4,5)(4, 5). Let the coordinates of point BB be (xB,yB)(x_B, y_B).

Using the midpoint formula, we set up the following two equations:

  1. 4+xB2=1\frac{4 + x_B}{2} = -1
  2. 5+yB2=2\frac{5 + y_B}{2} = 2

Solving for xBx_B:

4+xB2=1\frac{4 + x_B}{2} = -1 Multiply both sides by 2: 4+xB=24 + x_B = -2 Subtract 4 from both sides: xB=6x_B = -6

Solving for yBy_B:

5+yB2=2\frac{5 + y_B}{2} = 2 Multiply both sides by 2: 5+yB=45 + y_B = 4 Subtract 5 from both sides: yB=1y_B = -1

Thus, the coordinates of point BB are (6,1)(-6, -1).

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you calculate the distance between two points?
  2. What is the significance of the midpoint in geometry?
  3. How can you generalize the midpoint formula for three dimensions?
  4. How would you find the coordinates of a point if the distance and midpoint are given?
  5. What are the properties of a line segment bisected by a midpoint?

Tip: When dealing with midpoints, always remember that the midpoint coordinates are the averages of the corresponding coordinates of the endpoints.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Coordinate Geometry
Midpoint

Formulas

Midpoint formula: M = ((x_A + x_B) / 2, (y_A + y_B) / 2)

Theorems

Midpoint Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8