JEE Mathematics · Medium

Straight Lines: Mixed MCQ

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MixedMediumQuestion 300015

Question

The midpoint of the line segment joining (−1, 3) and (5, −1) is:
  1. A
    (2, 1)
    Correct
  2. B
    (3, 1)
  3. C
    (4, 2)
  4. D
    (1, 2)

Correct answer

(2, 1)

Explanation

Midpoint = ((x₁+x₂)/2, (y₁+y₂)/2) = ((−1+5)/2, (3+(−1))/2) = (2, 1).