Math Problem Statement

Fina the midpoint of the line segment whose endpoints are 4 3 , 5 4     −   and 3 5 , 10 6     − −  

Solution

To find the midpoint of a line segment whose endpoints are given, we use the midpoint formula. The formula for the midpoint (M)(M) between two points (x1,y1)(x_1, y_1) and (x2,y2)(x_2, y_2) is:

M=(x1+x22,y1+y22)M = \left( \frac{x_1 + x_2}{2}, \frac{y_1 + y_2}{2} \right)

Given endpoints: (4,5) and (3,10)\left( 4, 5 \right) \text{ and } \left( 3, 10 \right) (3,4) and (5,6)\left( 3, -4 \right) \text{ and } \left( -5, -6 \right)

Plugging in the values:

  1. For the first coordinate pair (4,5)(4, 5) and (3,10)(3, 10):

Mx=4+32=72=3.5M_x = \frac{4 + 3}{2} = \frac{7}{2} = 3.5

My=5+102=152=7.5M_y = \frac{5 + 10}{2} = \frac{15}{2} = 7.5

  1. For the second coordinate pair (3,4)(3, -4) and (5,6)(-5, -6):

Mx=3+(5)2=22=1M_x = \frac{3 + (-5)}{2} = \frac{-2}{2} = -1

My=4+(6)2=102=5M_y = \frac{-4 + (-6)}{2} = \frac{-10}{2} = -5

So, the midpoints of the line segments are:

M=(3.5,7.5) and M=(1,5)M = \left(3.5, 7.5 \right) \text{ and } M = \left(-1, -5\right)

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How is the midpoint used in geometry?
  2. How would you find the midpoint in three-dimensional space?
  3. What is the significance of the midpoint in coordinate geometry?
  4. Can the midpoint formula be used in real-world applications?
  5. How does the distance formula relate to the midpoint formula?

Tip: Always double-check your coordinates when applying the midpoint formula to ensure accuracy!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

Midpoint formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9