7. Let P = (1, -1) and Q = (5, 4) a. Find the midpoint of the line segment PQ b. Find the point T that is 1/3 of the way from P to Q on the line segment PQ
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The midpoint of a line segment with endpoints (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) is given by the formula ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2). So, the midpoint of the line segment PQ is ((1 + 5)/2, (-1 + 4)/2) = (3, 1.5). Show more…
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