In what ratio the line segment joining the points (-2, 3) and (3, -7) is divided by x-axis?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Applying section formula, assume the x-axis (x,0) divides the points (-2, 3) and (3, -7) in k:1
equating y-coordinates,
(7k-3)/(k+1) = 0
k= 3/7
The correct answer is Option (3) → 3 : 7