Question

If point P (-4, 6) divides the line segment AB with A (-6, 10) and B
(r, s) in the ratio 2:1 , find the co-ordinates of B.​

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].