SOLUTION: K is the midpoint of line segment JL. J is located at (7,2) and L is located at (4,4). What are the coordinates of K?

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Question 798075: K is the midpoint of line segment JL. J is located at (7,2) and L is located at (4,4). What are the coordinates of K?
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K is the midpoint of line segment JL. J is located at (7,2) and L is located at (4,4). What are the coordinates of K?
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Let the coordinates be (x,y)
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Equations:
x = (7+4)/2 = 5.5
y = (4+2)/2 = 3
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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