find the ratio in which the line segment joining A(1,-5), and B(-4,5) is divided by the x-axis. Also find the coordinates of the point of division.
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find the ratio in which the line segment joining A(1,-5), and B(-4,5) is divided by the x-axis. Also find the coordinates of the point of division.
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And,
the coordinates of the cutting point be
Therefore,
As per Question,
Thus,
And,
Hence, the required ratio = k : 1 = 1 : 1
and the required coordinates