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What are the coordinates of the midpoint A(5, 8) and B(-1, -4)

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Answer:

  • (2, 2)

Explanation:

Given points

  • A(5, 8) and B(-1, -4)

Midpoint formula

  • x = (x1+x2)/2 = (5 - 1)/2 = 2
  • y = (y1 + y2)/2 = (8 - 4)/2 = 2

Midpoint is (2, 2)

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