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Find the point P that divides the segment joining A(1, 2) and B(7, 8) in the ratio 1 : 2.
A(3, 4)
B(2, 4)
C(4, 5)
D(5, 6)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. (3, 4)
P = ((1·7 + 2·1)/3, (1·8 + 2·2)/3) = (9/3, 12/3) = (3, 4).
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