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Write the formula for the midpoint between the points $\left(x_{1}, y_{1}\right)$ and $\left(x_{2}, y_{2}\right)$
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A midpoint is a point that divides a line segment into two equal parts. It is the average of the end points of the line segment. Show more…
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