If a < 0 and b > 0, then the point (a, b) lies in quadrant
(a) IV
(b) II
(c) III
(d) none of these

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Solution

Ans (b)

Explanation:
Points of the type (-,+) lie in the second quadrant.
Hence, the point P(a,b), where a < 0 and b > 0, lie in quadrant II.

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