Coordinate Geometry
CBSE 2026 Board Exam Set 2 (Code 30/1/2)
CBSE_BOARD_PYQ_2026_30_1_2
Grade 10
Question:
[Section B]
Find the coordinates of the point which divides the line segment joining $(4, -3)$ and $(8, 5)$ in ratio $3 : 1$ internally.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept: Section formula.
$x = (3(8) + 1(4))/4 = 28/4 = 7$. $y = (3(5) + 1(-3))/4 = 12/4 = 3$. Point $(7, 3)$. [2.0 Marks]
Correct Answer: $(7, 3)$
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