Question

If JK is formed by J(-7,-8) and K(1,4) determine if L(-9,5) lies on the perpendicular bisector.

1. What elements do you need to show to confirm that point L is in the perpendicular bisector of JK
2. find the elements you described in 1
3. verify if point L is on the perpendicular bisector of JK. Justify your conclusion

Answer 1

Part A: determine if point L is on the perpendicular bisector of jk you would need to see, if and only if L intersects at the middle of the triangle.

Part B: point L (-9,5) is in the middle of points J and K

Part C: Point L is then perpendicular bisector due to the fact that it is in the middle of JK

Explanation:

Part A: determine if point L is on the perpendicular bisector of jk you would need to see, if and only if L intersects at the middle of the triangle.

Part B: point L (-9,5) is in the middle of points J and K

Part C: Point L is then perpendicular bisector due to the fact that it is in the middle of JK