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P(1, 4) divides the segment joining A(-5, 1) and B in the ratio 3 : 1.
Find the coordinates of B.

Class 10Section FormulaGeometry — Coordinates
  • A(19, 13)
  • B(7, 7)
  • C(3, 5)
  • D(3, 4)

Step-by-Step Solution

Let . Then , so and ; and , so and . Hence = (3, 5). (19, 13) solves the same two equations with the ratio written as 1 : 3, i.e. m and n swapped; (7, 7) treats as the midpoint of and uses ; (3, 4) copies P's -value instead of solving for it.
Answer: C) (3, 5)

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