Question

In what ratio does the point P (2 - 5) divide the line segment joining A(-3,5) and B(4 - 9)

Answer 1

Answer:

5:2

Step-by-step explanation:

points of the line are A(-3,5) and B(4,-9)

dividing point is, P(2,-5)

let it divide the line in a:b

so, [a(4)+b(-3)]/(a+b) = 2

4a-3b = 2a+2b

4a-2a = 2b+3b

2a = 5b

a/b = 5/2

so, the point P divides the line AB in 5:2 .... ans.