P(1, -2) is a point on the line segment A(3, -6) and B(x, y) such that AP : PB is equal to 2 : 3. Find the co-ordinates of B.
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P(1, -2) is a point on the line segment A(3, -6) and B(x, y) such that AP : PB is equal to 2 : 3. Find the co-ordinates of B.

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Given, m1 : m2 = 2 : 3 By section-formula, x = Substituting values we get : By section-formula, y = Substituting values we get : Hence, the coordinates of B are (-2, 4).

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P(1, -2) is a point on the line segment A(3, -6) and B(x, y) such that AP : PB is equal to 2 : 3. Find the co-ordinates of B.

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