Question

In what ratio is the line segment joining (- 3,-1) and (-8,-9) divided at the point (-5,3)​

Answer 1

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Let A(-3, -1) and B(-8, -9) be the given points. And, let P be the point that divides AB in the ratio k: 1 So, the coordinates of P are given by But, given the coordinates of P On equating, we get (-8k – 3)/ (k + 1) = -5 -8k – 3 = -5k – 5 3k = 2 k = 2/3 Thus, the point P divides AB in the ratio 2: 3Read more on Sarthaks.com - https://www.sarthaks.com/659446/in-what-ratio-is-the-line-segment-joining-3-1-and-8-9-divided-at-the-point-5-21-5?show=659448#a659448