If B is a point AC and AB:BC = 1:2, what are the coordinates of B?

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Djreisch · Answer 1 · 2022-09-21T21:31:40+0000

Answer:

B(x, y) = (-2, -2)

Explanation:

Given: AB: AC (m₁: m₂) = 1 : 2, A (x₁, y₁) = (-5, 2) and B(x₂, y₂) = (4, -10)

To find: Coordinates of B (x, y)

Using section formula:

Therefore Coordinates of B (x, y) is (-2, -2).

Explanation: