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A point P divides AB in ratio 2 : 7. If PB = 14 cm, then AB = ____ cm.

Class 10Division of a Line SegmentGeometry
  • A17
  • B36
  • C18
  • D19

Step-by-Step Solution

PB corresponds to 7 parts: 7 parts = 14, so 1 part = 2 cm; AB = 9 parts = 18 cm.
Answer: C) 18

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