The points and are joined by a straight line

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · CBSE · Mathematics · Coordinate Geometry · Coordinate Geometry

Problem

The points A(2,−3)A(2,-3) and B(8,5)B(8,5) are joined by a straight line. A point PP lies on ABAB and has xx–coordinate 55. (i) Find the ratio AP:PBAP:PB in which PP divides ABAB. (ii) Determine the full coordinates of PP. (iii) State, with reason, whether the division is internal or external.

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