The point (2, -3) is the midpoint of segment JK . Point K is located at (-6, -3). What is the length of segment JK ?

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Answer:

Explanation:

The distance from the midpoint to
is
|-6-2|=8 .

By definition, this is half the length of
$\overline{JK}$ , meaning
JK=16 .

Kswaughs answered Oct 23, 2023

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