The midpoint of AB is M(-2, 2). If the coordinates of A are (-8, -1), what are the coordinates of B?

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The midpoint of AB is M(-2, 2). If the coordinates of A are (-8, -1), what are

the coordinates of B?

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Answer:

(4, 5)

Explanation:

Let the coordinates of B be (x,y).

$(-8+x)/(2)=-2 \implies x=4 \\ \\ (-1+y)/(2)=2 \implies y=5 \\ \\ \therefore B=(4, 5)$

Joe Mike answered Mar 6, 2023

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