Analytical Geometry

**sureshrju** · Jan 11th 2011, 07:33 AM

In which ratio is the line segment joining the points (1, −7) and (−19, 23) divided by the line, 2x + 7y − 4 = 0?

**DrSteve** · Jan 11th 2011, 08:14 AM

Find the point of intersection of the line and the line segment. Then use the distance formula twice. Try the details yourself and let us know if and where you get stuck.

**sureshrju** · Jan 12th 2011, 08:12 AM

Originally Posted by DrSteve

Find the point of intersection of the line and the line segment. Then use the distance formula twice. Try the details yourself and let us know if and where you get stuck.

I got the answer. Thank you very much Sir.

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