Question

What is the midpoint of the line segment with endpoints (5, -2) and (1, -6)?

Answer 1

Have you tried drawing it? I guess, that would really help..

Answer 2

Midpoint formula is \[Midpoint = (\frac{x1+x2}{2}, \frac{y1+y2}{2})\]
\[=(\frac{5+1}{2}, \frac{-2+-6}{2}) \]
\[= (\frac{6}{2}, \frac{-8}{2})\]
\[=(3,-4)\]

Answer 3

Would be much better, if @saheiiiim actually understood, where this "formula" of yours comes from, I think - so please don't just post answers @JayDS. It doesn't help much and it also violates the OpenStudy code of conduct. Thanks :)