Find Vector u Midpoint (-2,-4,0) to (10,6,0) and (1,-4,4) to (5,8,-10)

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The discussion focuses on finding the vector u defined by specific midpoints in a three-dimensional space. The initial point of vector u is calculated as the midpoint between the points (-2,-4,0) and (10,6,0), resulting in the coordinates (4,1,0). The terminal point is determined by the midpoint between (1,-4,4) and (5,8,-10), yielding the coordinates (3,2, -3). The final vector u is thus represented as u = (4,1,0) to (3,2,-3).

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Homework Statement



Find the vector u=(xyz) whose

(i) initial point is the midpoint of (-2,-4,0) and (10,6,0)

(ii) terminal point is the midpoint of (1,-4,4) and (5,8,-10)

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I know the midpoint for two vectors from say..P to Q is P+ (1/2) (Q1-P1 Q2-P2, Q3-P3)

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I can find mids for both..but am confused by the initial midpoint to terminal midpoint..what else do I need?
 
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i think read start & end of the vector u, for initial & terminal respectively. The midpoint just let's you find where they are
 

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