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The midpoint of point P(5,-1) and Q(x, y) is M(3, -4). Find the values of x and y for the endpoint, Q. ​

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Answer: the coordinates of point Q are (1,−7)

Explanation:

The midpoint of a segment is the point that is exactly halfway between the endpoints of the segment. The midpoint of a segment with endpoints P(5,-1) and Q(x,y) can be found using the following formula:

M = ((x+5)/2, (y-1)/2)

We are given that the midpoint of the segment is M(3,-4), so we can substitute these values into the formula to find the values of x and y:

(x+5)/2 = 3

x+5 = 6

x = 1

(y-1)/2 = -4

y-1 = -8

y = -7

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