Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Coordinate geometry

Coordinate geometry — practice question

The coordinates of points $A$ and $B$ are $(5, 2)$ and $(10, -1)$, respectively.
(a)[3]

Determine the equation of the perpendicular bisector of $AB$.

(b)[3]

Determine the equation of the circle with centre $A$ that passes through $B$.

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