Question

If the point P(k, 0) divides the line segment joining the points A(2, -2) and
B(-7,4) in the ratio 1: 2, then the value of k is
(a) 1
(b) 2
(c)-2
(d) -1​

Answer 1

Answer:

k=-1

Step-by-step explanation:

Using section formula

k= 1x(-7)+2x2/1+2

k=-7+4/3

k=-3/3

k=-1

Answer 2

Answer:

K= -1

Step-by-step explanation: (using section formula)

k=1(-7) + 2(2) / 2+1

k=-7 +4 /3

k=-3/3

k=-1

so k=-1