Midpoint Formula

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What is the Midpoint Formula?

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The Midpoint Formula is used to find the midpoint (M) of a line segment with endpoints (x1, y1) and (x2, y2). It is given by M = ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2).

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How do you find the x-coordinate of the midpoint?

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To find the x-coordinate of the midpoint, use the formula: x-coordinate = (x1 + x2) / 2.

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How do you find the y-coordinate of the midpoint?

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To find the y-coordinate of the midpoint, use the formula: y-coordinate = (y1 + y2) / 2.

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What is the midpoint of the segment with endpoints (4, -1) and (2, -7)?

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The midpoint is (3, -4).

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What is the midpoint of the segment with endpoints (1, 9) and (-3, 5)?

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The midpoint is (-1, 7).

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What is the midpoint of the segment with endpoints (5, 9) and (-1, 9)?

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The midpoint is (2, 9).

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If the endpoints of a line segment are M(3, -1) and N(7, -5), what is the midpoint?

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The midpoint is (5, -3).

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What is the significance of the midpoint in geometry?

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The midpoint divides a line segment into two equal parts and is equidistant from both endpoints.

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Can the midpoint be a non-integer value?

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Yes, the midpoint can be a non-integer value if the coordinates of the endpoints are not both even or both odd.

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What is the relationship between the coordinates of the midpoint and the endpoints?

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The coordinates of the midpoint are the averages of the corresponding coordinates of the endpoints.