Math Problem Statement
Find the ratio in which the line segment joining the points (5,3) and (-1,6) is divided by Y-axis.
Solution
To find the ratio in which the line segment joining the points and is divided by the Y-axis, we can use the section formula.
Steps:
- Since the Y-axis divides the line segment, the point dividing it will have (as all points on the Y-axis have ).
- Let the required ratio be . The coordinates of the point dividing the
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Coordinate Geometry
Section Formula
Formulas
Section Formula: (mx2 + nx1)/(m+n), (my2 + ny1)/(m+n)
Theorems
Section Formula in Coordinate Geometry
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10
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