Math Problem Statement

Endpoint (-5,5) midpoint (7,3)

Solution

To find the other endpoint of a line segment when one endpoint and the midpoint are given, you can use the midpoint formula. The midpoint (Mx,My)(M_x, M_y) of a line segment with endpoints (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) is given by:

Mx=x1+x22,My=y1+y22M_x = \frac{x_1 + x_2}{2}, \quad M_y = \frac{y_1 + y_2}{2}

Given:

  • One endpoint: (5,5)(-5, 5)
  • Midpoint: (7,3)(7, 3)

Let the other endpoint be (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2).

Using the midpoint formula:

7=5+x227 = \frac{-5 + x_2}{2} 3=5+y223 = \frac{5 + y_2}{2}

Now, solve these equations:

  1. For the xx-coordinate: 7=5+x227 = \frac{-5 + x_2}{2} Multiply both sides by 2: 14=5+x214 = -5 + x_2 Add 5 to both sides: x2=19x_2 = 19

  2. For the yy-coordinate: 3=5+y223 = \frac{5 + y_2}{2} Multiply both sides by 2: 6=5+y26 = 5 + y_2 Subtract 5 from both sides: y2=1y_2 = 1

So, the other endpoint is (19,1)(19, 1).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Midpoint Formula

Formulas

Midpoint formula

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12