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The coordinates of Care (x, 5), the coordinates of
D are (6,9), and the coordinates of the midpoint,
M, of are (-1,7). Find x.

User Dornhege
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Answer:

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User LukeP
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Answer:

  • x = - 8

Explanation:

Use midpoint formula for x coordinate:

  • x = (x₁ + x₂)/2

Substitute values and solve for x:

  • -1 = (x + 6)/2
  • x + 6 = -2
  • x = -2 - 6
  • x = -8
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