Is there an elegant way to prove that the midpoint is (

Nubydayclellaumvcd

Nubydayclellaumvcd

Answered question

2022-05-09

Is there an elegant way to prove that the midpoint is ( x 1 + y 1 2 , x 2 + y 2 2 ) using non-right angled similar triangles?

Answer & Explanation

Kyler Crawford

Kyler Crawford

Beginner2022-05-10Added 16 answers

Step 1
The formula for the midpoint of A ( x 1 , y 1 ) and B ( x 2 , y 2 ) is
M ( x 1 + x 2 2 , y 1 + y 2 2 )
The simplest proof of this uses vectors.
O M = O A + 1 2 A B = O A + 1 2 ( O B O A ) = 1 2 ( O A + O B )

Do you have a similar question?

Recalculate according to your conditions!

New Questions in Elementary geometry

Ask your question.
Get an expert answer.

Let our experts help you. Answer in as fast as 15 minutes.

Didn't find what you were looking for?