Question

find the midpoint of $overline{ab}$ if $a$ is at $(-3,8)$ and $b$ is at $(-7,-6)$. complete the table

Explanation:

Step1: Find x - coordinate of mid - point

$x=\frac{-3+( - 7)}{2}=\frac{-3 - 7}{2}=-5$

Step2: Find y - coordinate of mid - point

$y=\frac{8+( - 6)}{2}=\frac{8 - 6}{2}=1$

Answer:

(-5, 1)