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In what ratio does the points P(2,3)divides the line and joiningthe points A(6,9)B(-6,-9). |
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Answer» Answer: Let the ratio be k:1 Substituting (X 1
,y 1
)=(−3,5) and (x 2
,y 2
)=(4,−9) in the section formula, we GET ( k+1 k(4)+1(−3)
, k+1 k(−9)+1(5)
)=(−2,3) ( k+1 4k−3
, k+1 −9k+5
)=(−2,3) Comparing the x - coordinate, => k+1 4k−3
=−2 =>4k−3=−2k−2 6k=1 k= 6 1
Hence, the ratio is 1:6 |
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