Question

$\overline{bc}$ has endpoints at $b(9.6, -3.9)$ and $c(-2.4, -0.9)$. find the midpoint $m$ of $\overline{bc}$.
write the coordinates as decimals or integers.
$m = (\square, \square)$

Explanation:

Step1: Find x-coordinate of midpoint

The midpoint x-coordinate is the average of the x-coordinates of B and C.
$\frac{9.6 + (-2.4)}{2} = \frac{7.2}{2} = 3.6$

Step2: Find y-coordinate of midpoint

The midpoint y-coordinate is the average of the y-coordinates of B and C.
$\frac{-3.9 + (-0.9)}{2} = \frac{-4.8}{2} = -2.4$

Answer:

$M=(3.6, -2.4)$