SOLUTION: If segment XY has a Midpoint M, use X (2 , 10) and M (-3 , 15) to find the missing endpoint Y.

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Question 985778: If segment XY has a Midpoint M, use X (2 , 10) and M (-3 , 15) to find the missing endpoint Y.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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If segment XY has a Midpoint M, use X (2 , 10) and M (-3 , 15) to find the missing endpoint Y.
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Let the coordinates of "Y" be (x,y)
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Since M is the midpoint,
(x+2)/2 = -3
x+2 = -6
x = -8
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(y+10)/2 = 15
y+10 = 30
y = 20
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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