Question

16] If A (-12, - 8) and B(4,0) are given. Find the co-ordinates of points P and Q which divide seg AB in
and 1.5: 3.3 respectively and then find co-ordinates at midpoint of seg PQ.
Ans: (Co-ordinates of Midpoint of seg PQ =
-197 -190.5
46
46​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Let T divides PQ in

′

λ:1" ratio

∴ (

λ+1

6λ−3

)=−1 [By section formula]

⇒6λ−3=−λ−1

⇒7λ=2

⇒[λ=2/7]

Hence ratio is [2:7].