Question

Find the midpoint of the line segment with the endpoints (−6,−2) and (−4,−10).

Answer 1

The midpoint is (-5,-6)

Explanation:

To find the x coordinate of the midpoint, add the x coordinates together and divide by 2

( -6+-4)/2 =-10/2 = -5

To find the y coordinate of the midpoint, add the y coordinates together and divide by 2

( -2+-10)/2 =-12/2 = -6

The midpoint is (-5,-6)

Answer 2

(-5, -6).

Explanation:

The midpoint of the line joining (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) is

(x1 + x2) / 2 , (y1 + y2)/2.

So here the midpoint is (-6 - 4)/2, ( -2, -10)/2

= (-5, -6).