A point H on a segment with endpoints B (3, -1) and Z (12, 5) partitions the segment in a 5:1 ratio. Find H. You must show all work to receive credit.

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anonymous · Answer

I need help on this.. I dont even know where to start

anonymous · Answer

@phi @rajat97 @Prototype93

anonymous · Answer

If a point H, divides the line internally, we have the following formula...

((mx_2+nx_1)/(m+n), (my_2+ny_1)/(m+n)), Hope this helps. just substitute the values right.

phi · Answer

5:1 ratio
means you divide the segment like this
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