Question: In coordinate geometry, what is the midpoint of the segment connecting points (2, 3) and (4, 7)?

Options:

1. (3, 5)
2. (2, 5)
3. (4, 3)
4. (5, 7)

Correct Answer: (3, 5)

Solution:

The midpoint M of a segment with endpoints (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) is given by M = ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2) = ((2 + 4)/2, (3 + 7)/2) = (3, 5).