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R(h, k) divides the segment from (p, 0) to (0, q) in the ratio 1:2. Then p equals
Ah/3
B2h/3
C3h/2
D3h
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 3h/2
By the section formula R = (2p/3, q/3), so h = 2p/3 and p = 3h/2.
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