Question

Given A (4, -3), B (8, 5). Find the coordinates of the point that divides segment AB in the ratio 3:1.

Answer 1

Suppose point C divides seg AB in the ratio 3:1. 

Here; A (x₁ , y₁ ) = A (4, -3) 

B (x₂ , y₂ ) = B (8, 5) 

By section formula,

∴ The co-ordinates of point dividing seg AB in ratio 3 : 1 are (7, 3).