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Find the point P on the segment from A(1,2) to B(7,8) such that AP:PB=2:1.

  1. (3,4)
  2. (4,5)
  3. (6,7)
  4. (5,6)

Answer

D. (5,6)

Solution

P=A+ 23(B-A)=≤ft(1+ 23·6,;2+ 23·6 )=(5,6).

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