Question

In what ratio does y axis divides the line segment joining points -4,7 and 3,-7​

Answer 1

Answer:

5:8

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the required ration be k:1

Point on y axis would be form (0,y)

By Section Formula,

0=  k+1

k(−8)+1(5)

​ ∴k=  8 5

​ Required ratio k:1=  8 5 :1  or 5:8