Mathematics
Find the coordinates of the point which divides the join of (-1, 7) and (4, -3) in the ratio 2 : 3.
Coordinate Geometry
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Answer
By section-formula,
(x, y) =
Let (x, y) divide the join of (-1, 7) and (4, -3) in the ratio 2 : 3.
Substituting values we get :
Hence, point (1, 3) divides the join of (-1, 7) and (4, -3) in the ratio 2 : 3.
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