Question

What is the midpoint of (-5,2) and (2,-7)

Answer 1

`\displaystyle ((-3)/(2),(-5)/(2))`

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

• Coordinates (x, y)
• Midpoint Formula:
  `\displaystyle ((x_1 + x_2)/(2),(y_1 + y_2)/(2))`

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

Point (-5, 2)

Point (2, -7)

Step 2: Find Midpoint

Simply plug in your coordinates into the midpoint formula to find midpoint

1. Substitute in points [Midpoint Formula]:
   `\displaystyle ((-5 + 2)/(2),(2 + -7)/(2))`
2. Simplify:
   `\displaystyle ((-3)/(2),(-5)/(2))`