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C divides AB in the ratio 5 : 4. If A is (2, 7 ) and B(-3,-8) find the coordinators of C. Find the equation of the line perpendicular to AB passing through C.

C (-7/9,-4/3) , -43 = 9x + 27y

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C (-9/7, -3/4), -23 = 6x + 24y

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C (4/-8, 7/-3), -46 = 5x + 18y

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C (-4/3, -7/9), -42 = 2x + 19y

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The correct option is A
C (-7/9,-4/3) , -43 = 9x + 27y

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