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Find the point that divides the line segment from A(−1, 7) to B(4, −3) internally in the ratio 2 : 3.

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  • A(1, 3)
  • B(2, 1)
  • C(1.5, 2)
  • D(−3, 11)

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Section formula: . The point is (1, 3).
Answer: A) (1, 3)

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