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QuizMultiple Choice
Using the Midpoint Formula
Question 3 • SC-Geometry with Statistics B
The coordinates of midpoint M and endpoint E of a segment are M(35, –3) and E(15, 26). Students were asked to find two equations that could be used to find the coordinates of the other endpoint, F(x2, y2).Josiah set up the equations as follows:
Answer
A
The −3 and 35 should be switched.B
The 15 and 26 should be switched.C
The equations should be
D
The equations are correct.