Question

In point P( 2a , −18), the ordinate is three times more than the abscissa. Find a.
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Answer 1

Answer:

It is given that,

point is,p(2a,-18)

abscissa,x=2a

ordinate,y=-18

Here, y=3(x)

-18=3(2a)

6a=-18

a=-3

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

a = - 3

Step-by-step explanation:

ordinate = -18          ( y - axis )

abscissa = 2a          ( x - axis )

A.T.Q,

3 ( 2a ) = -18

6a = -18

a = -18 / 6

a = - 3