find the midpoint M, of EF, E=-17, F=5

Answer 1

To find the midpoint \( M \) of the line segment \( EF \) with endpoints \( E \) and \( F \), you can use the midpoint formula:

\[ M = \frac{E + F}{2} \]

Substituting the values of \( E \) and \( F \):

\[ M = \frac{-17 + 5}{2} \]

Now, calculate the sum:

\[ -17 + 5 = -12 \]

Then divide by 2:

\[ M = \frac{-12}{2} = -6 \]

Therefore, the midpoint \( M \) of \( EF \) is \( -6 \).