Question 1
<h3>Answer:
(1, -0.5)</h3>
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Explanation:
The x coordinates of the points for the restrooms and fountain are -2 and 4 in that order. Add up those values and divide by 2
(-2+4)/2 = 2/2 = 1
The midpoint of -2 and 4 on the number line is the value 1. So if the restrooms and fountain were on the x axis and at -2 and 4 respectively, then the midway point is 1 on that same number line. Note: The value 1 is exactly 3 units away from -2 and 4.
We'll use this idea for the y coordinates as well. Add them up, then divide by 2.
Add: 4+(-5) = -1
Divide by two: -1/2 = -0.5
The y coordinate of the midpoint is -0.5
Overall, the midpoint between the restrooms and fountain is the point (1, -0.5)
For more info, check out the midpoint formula.
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Question 2
<h3>Answer:
(0, 0.5)</h3>
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Explanation:
We'll use the same idea as before. This time we focus on the locations of the swings and ball field only.
Add the x coordinates for each point: -5+5 = 0
Divide in half: 0/2 = 0
The x coordinate of the midpoint is 0
Repeat for the y coordinates.
Add: 5+(-4) = 1
Cut in half: 1/2 = 0.5
The y coordinate of the midpoint is 0.5
We get the midpoint (0, 0.5) which is where the two pets meet.
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Question 3
<h3>Answer: Approximately 1 yard</h3>
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Explanation:
Apply the distance formula for the results of the previous two questions.
So we'll apply the midpoint formula for the points (1, -0.5) and (0, 0.5)