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algebra intermediate
Problem
A circle is tangent to the lines and The center of the circle lies on the line Find the center of the circle.
Solution
Note that the lines and are parallel, so the center of the circle lies on the line which is exactly halfway between these lines, which is
Solving the system and we find and Therefore, the center of the circle is
Solving the system and we find and Therefore, the center of the circle is
Final answer
(1,-2)