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In
what ratio does the point (m, 4) divide the line joining points (5, 1) and
(-3, 2)? Also, find the value of m.
what ratio does the point divide the line​

Answer 1

Part 1; The point (m, 4) divides the line externally in the ratio 3:2

Part 2; m = -19

Explanation:

Part 1

The given point dividing the line = (m, 4)

The given points on the line = (5, 1) and (-3, 2)

Let A and B, represent the points (5, 1) and (-3, 2) respectively, and let P represent the point, (m, 4)

Therefore, we have;

The vertical distance from 4 to 1 = 4 - 1 = 3 units

The vertical distance from 4 to 2 = 4 - 2 = 2 units

Given that the point 4 is over the given points joined by the line, (5, 1) and (-3, 2), we have that the point (m, 4) divides the line in the ration -3:2 or externally in the ratio AP:PB = -3:2

Part 2

Therefore, we have;

(m - 5)/(m - (-3)) = 3/2

3·m + 9 = 2·m - 10

m = -19