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To calculate: The equation of the perpendicular bisector.
Answer to Problem 1P
The required equation of the perpendicular bisector is
Explanation of Solution
Given information: The coordinates of points A and B are
Formula used:
Calculation: Let the perpendicular bisector is passing through point M.
Hence, the point M is a midpoint.
Now, calculate the slope of AB,
Now, find the value of
The equation of perpendicular bisector is,
Thus, the required equation of perpendicular bisector is
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