Mathematics
A straight line passes through the points P (-1, 4) and Q (5, -2). It intersects the co-ordinate axes at points A and B. M is the mid-point of the segment AB. Find:
(i) The equation of the line.
(ii) The co-ordinates of A and B.
(iii) The co-ordinates of M.
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