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MHT CET · Maths · Straight Lines

A line passes through \(\mathrm{P}(-4,1)\) and meets the co-ordinate axes at points \(A\) and \(B\). If \(P\) divides the segment \(A B\) internally in the ratio \(1: 2\), then the equation of the line is

  1. A \(x-2 y+6=0\)
  2. B \(x+10 y-6=0\)
  3. C \(2 x+y+4=0\)
  4. D \(x-y+5=0\)
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Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(A) \(x-2 y+6=0\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Let A be \((a, 0)\) and B be \((0, b)\). Using section formula for P\((-4,1)\) dividing AB in \(1:2\):