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The midpoint of overline AB is M(-4, 0)M If the coordinates of A are (-6, 6) what are the coordinates of B?

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Answer:

(-2, -6)

Explanation:

Equating A and B to the Midpoint (M) :

  • (-4, 0) = (-6 + x / 2, 6 + y / 2)

Equations formed :

  1. -6 + x / 2 = -4
  • -6 + x = -8
  • x = -2

2. 6 + y / 2 = 0

  • 6 + y = 0
  • y = -6

Midpoint : (x , y)

  • (-2, -6)
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