Coordinate Geometry
CH07 Question Bank
CBSE_CH07_QUESTION_BANK
Grade 10
Question:
Find the coordinates of the point which divides the line segment joining $(4,-3)$ and $(8,5)$ internally in the ratio $3:1$.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept: Direct application of the section formula.
$x=\dfrac{3(8)+1(4)}{3+1}=\dfrac{24+4}{4}=7$. [1.0 Mark]
$y=\dfrac{3(5)+1(-3)}{4}=\dfrac{15-3}{4}=3$. So the point is $(7,3)$. [1.0 Mark]
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