alleryFind the point dividing the segment joining (4, −1) and (−2, −3) in the ratio 1 : 3.
A(3, −2)
B(5/2, −7/4)
C(5/2, −3/2)
D(1, −2)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. (5/2, −3/2)
P = ((1·(−2) + 3·4)/4, (1·(−3) + 3·(−1))/4) = (10/4, −6/4) = (5/2, −3/2).
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