The point P divides AB in the ratio , where and . Find P.

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B.

  1. Step 1: .
  2. Step 2: P is of the way from A: .
Answer
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Why not the others: : this is the midpoint. : the ratio was used. : the coordinates were added.

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