Mathematics
The point which divides the line segment joining the points (7, -6) and (3, 4) in the ratio 1 : 2 internally lies in the
Ist quadrant
IInd quadrant
IIIrd quadrant
IVth quadrant
Section Formula
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Answer
Let P(x, y) be the point which divides the line segment joining the points.
Given, A(7, -6) and B(3, 4) is divided by P in ratio 1 : 2.
By section formula,
We see that x is positive and y is negative.
∴ It lies in the fourth quadrant.
Hence, Option 4 is the correct option.
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