Point M is the middle of the segment AB. Find the coordinates of point M if A (5; 7; -8) B (7; -3; 6).

We are given the coordinates of the ends of the segment: A (5.7; -8) B (7; -3.6). It is necessary to determine the coordinates of the midpoint of the segment – point M.

The first y-coordinate of the points is x, the second is y.

To find out what coordinates at the midpoint of the segment you need: fold the x’s and divide in half, fold the games and divide in half

1) (5.7 + 7): 2 = 6.35 is the first coordinate of point M, its abscissa (x),

2) (- 8 + (- 3.6)): 2 = – 5.8 – this is y for point M, its ordinate (y).

M (6.35; – 5.8) – middle.

Answer: M (6.35; – 5.8).