Problema Solution
M is the midpoint of AB. Find the coordinates of A given M(3,5) and B(-1,-3).
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Required point A(x,y)
3 = (x-1)/2
=> x-1 = 6
=> x=7
5 = (y-3)/2
y-3 = 10
=> y=13
Reqd point A(7,13)
M is the midpoint of AB. Find the coordinates of A given M(3,5) and B(-1,-3).
Required point A(x,y)
3 = (x-1)/2
=> x-1 = 6
=> x=7
5 = (y-3)/2
y-3 = 10
=> y=13
Reqd point A(7,13)